Devers Miska Law

01/09/2026

We, at Devers Miska Law, are deeply saddened to share the passing of Michael Miska, who passed on December 25, 2025.

Michael was a valued member of our community, and his presence, professionalism, and kindness left a lasting impact on colleagues and clients alike. He was a Renaissance man with a passion for airplanes, cars, mechanics, music and country line dancing. He will be remembered not only for his contributions, but also for the integrity and care he brought to everything he did.

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Michael’s family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him during this difficult time.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we honor Michael’s memory.

If you need to reach us for any reason you are welcome to email us at [email protected]

04/25/2025

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Working in travel is often romanticized as a glamorous career, especially for flight attendants who represent the face of airlines around the world. Yet behind the polished uniforms and in-flight service lies a growing occupational hazard: fume events. These often-overlooked incidents can have serio...

04/11/2025

At Devers Miska Law, we provide legal representation for flight crew members who have been affected by fume events during their careers. We understand the unique challenges and health risks that crew members face while on the job, and we are here to help you fight for the justice you deserve.

At Devers Miska Law, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled legal support to those affected by aviation and transportation accidents.

02/25/2025

On February 17, 2025 at about 17:46z yet another terrible aviation accident occurred at the Toronto Peterson International Airport.  Thankfully, all 76 passengers and 4 crew members’ lives were spared, despite the Bombardier jet, commonly referred to as a CRJ-900, losing its landing gear and win...

02/01/2025

Last night, on January 31, 2025, another air disaster occurred in Northeast Philadelphia which struck very close to home for those of us at Devers Miska Law. This 1982 Learjet 55 jet aircraft bearing Mexican registration number XA-UCI arrived earlier Friday from Miami, and was making a medical transport flight back to Mexico. This accident has devastated the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood and resulted in the deaths of the six souls aboard the aircraft. Sadly, this accident also resulted the death of at least one individual, injuries to a many fellow Philadelphians, and destroyed surrounding buildings and homes. Devers Miska Law extends their condolences and best wishes for all affected by this accident. We are investigating what caused this sudden departure from controlled flight, as well as the history of its operator, Jet Rescue, who had another fatal crash in 2023. If you or a loved one was affected by this crash, we are always available to help navigate through the challenges of your recovery process.

02/01/2025

The tragic January 29, 2025 mid-air collision between a Blackhawk helicopter and American Airlines Flight 5342 took the lives of at least 64 passengers and the crew of 3 aboard the helicopter. The congested airspace around Reagan Washington National Airport requires flight crews and air traffic controllers to be aware of the air traffic, aircraft have proper collision avoidance systems and that control towers have adequate staffing to manage this busy area. Sadly, these elements were missing on Wednesday night, and this fatal collision occurred. To avoid future disasters like this one will require not only careful investigation into this incident, but also into the procedures which were in place for both the helicopter, tower and approach procedures followed that night. In addition, reasons why basic aviation operation rules regarding right of way for fixed wing versus rotorcraft were not abided by is also a question which needs answering.

Devers Miska Law extends our sincere condolences to all of the victims' families and will continue to conduct their own investigation into the facts and circumstances that lead to this otherwise preventable accident.

01/23/2025

The skies above us are bustling with the constant movement of airplanes, helicopters, and drones. Ensuring the safety and efficiency of this complex airspace is a task entrusted to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this blog post, we will explore the vital role the FAA plays in the world...

02/13/2024

Welcome to Devers Miska Law! Our practice utilizes a client-centric approach, for victims and their families injured in aviation, transportation, or products liability accidents. We have spent our careers as part of a litigation team focusing on aviation accident investigation, products liability pursuing claims for catastrophic injury and wrongful death.

We understand that there is a lot of uncertainty and questions you or your family may have following an accident or injury. Our goal is to guide you through what may seem uncertain and daunting, and to guide you through the fallout of such an event. Aviation and transportation accidents present a unique set of challenges, navigating between the questions you may receive from regulatory agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), operators, insurance companies and others. Our role is to counsel you through these difficulties, so that you and your family can return to some sense of normalcy.

If you or your loved ones were victims of an aviation or transportation accident, or suffered a catastrophic injury due to a product defect, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss the matter at no obligation to you. We can be reached at (215) 714-4030 or [email protected] at any time.