Injuries at an Amusement Park

With many states easing their Coronavirus restrictions, amusement parks have been under the spotlight. Amusement parks are the most common tourist attraction in Florida, with an average of a quarter of a million visitors per day that attend Walt Disney World resorts, according to www.ocregister.com. Amusement parks are meant for people of all ages. There is literally something for everyone. From roller coasters and bumper cars to carnival games and water slides. It is no secret that adults, teens, kids and even babies love amusement parks. Unfortunately, although amusement parks are fun, injuries are very common.

Some common injuries come from bumps, bruises, scratches, broken bones and, rarely, death. There are various causes of actions that may be used to prove liability. Premises liability, products liability and negligence are common causes of actions in amusement park injuries. On top of that, sometimes, it may not be the fault of only one person, or entity, it may be two, three or more that are liable. An experienced Florida personal injury attorney will help you sort out all of the details and determine where liability and fault lies.

Common Injuries at Amusement Parks

  • Bumps and bruises

  • Whiplash from roller coasters

  • Brain damage

  • Broken bones

  • Drowning

  • Slip and falls

Common Causes of Injuries

  • Negligent maintenance of the roller coasters and other rides

  • Slip and fall locations due to slippery surfaces or other dangerous conditions

  • Lack of supervision (or proper supervision) at the roller coasters

  • Lack of security supervising the theme park

  • Defective roller coasters

As always, not every injury listed above results in apparent legal action. A person (or rider) assumes the risk of riding a dangerous roller coaster or walking on a slippy surface if there are warning signs. However, always remember that the at-fault person, or entity, is liable if they breach their duty that they owe to all riders, guests and visitors.

Contact a Florida personal injury firm today if you have been injured at an amusement park!

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