The law firm Podhurst Orseck established its expertise in aviation litigation following the 1972 crash of Eastern Airlines Flight 401, with co-founder Aaron Podhurst acting as lead class counsel for the victims. Due to a trend of U.S. courts being reluctant to hear cases involving foreign crashes, the firm developed a successful global strategy of partnering with international firms. While aviation remains a specialty, the firm also handles major commercial litigation, demonstrated by a $410 million settlement secured with Bank of America in a case over overdraft fees. Led by key figures including Aaron Podhurst and partner Steven Marks, the firm also represents former NFL players in concussion-related litigation.
