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What Should I Do if I am Injured at an Amusement Park?

People are drawn to amusement parks because of the exciting rides and attractions. Some of the most popular rides, like upside-down rollercoasters and high-speed drops, can be dangerous.

On the other hand, guests can also get hurt in bathrooms by slipping on wet floors in these parks. Even with safety protocols, amusement parks present significant hazards to their visitors and employees.

According to sources, more than 43,000 people in this country experience amusement park injuries every year, and most of these victims are 24 years old.

What Causes Accidents at Amusement Parks?

  • Defective or poorly designed rides: Sometimes, amusement parks introduce rides before they are appropriately tested. Also, a ride can be operating for a long time before a defect or design flaw becomes apparent.
  • Mechanical breakdowns: Popular rides can be in continuous use for hours and are subject to mechanical breakdowns. They need to be maintained frequently.
  • Human error: Human error can also be blamed for amusement park accidents.
  • Slip and fallsSlip and fall accidents are common at parks. A person can fall around at water-themed attraction or on an unsafe platform.
  • Criminal acts: Visitors often carry a lot of money when visiting these parks, and criminals are drawn to them. Robberies can take place out in the open, on the park grounds, and in parking lots.

Injuries Caused by a Defective Ride

Amusement park owners are not always to blame for accidents that occur on their premises. If a ride has a defective component, the rider on it can get hurt. This can lead to defective products liability claims. In order to determine liability, it is best to speak to a lawyer right away.

Injuries Caused by Negligence

Inattention or careless actions by amusement park employees can be considered negligent. A plaintiff must show that a defendant needed to be reasonably careful, but he or she was not, which led to an accident.

When employees are negligent, the amusement park can be held responsible because the park is liable for employees’ actions. Employees must be properly trained on equipment and facility operations, maintenance, and inspections.

Should I Pursue Legal Action?

Although some states do not have regulations that apply to theme parks and carnivals, a duty of care applies to businesses, such as amusement parks. The owners are responsible for doing everything that is reasonably possible to protect their guests from harm. If they violate this legal obligation and this leads to injuries, they may be deemed negligent. Amusement park injuries can be quite serious and can lead to extensive medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

A qualified personal injury lawyer can help an injured victim prove that the amusement park is responsible for his or her injuries. This would involve gathering proof that the unsafe condition existed at the park, that it was not repaired or removed, that the condition directly caused the injuries, and other evidence.

Atlantic City Personal Injury Lawyers at the D’Amato Law Firm Hold Negligent Amusement Park Employees Accountable for Their Actions

If you were injured at an amusement park, reach out to one of our experienced Atlantic City personal injury lawyers at the D’Amato Law Firm today. We help injured clients get the compensation that they need for recovery. Contact us online or call us at 609-926-3300 for a free consultation. Located in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, we serve clients throughout South Jersey, including Atlantic City, Linwood, Galloway Township, Cape May, Vineland, Millville, Bridgeton, Ocean City, and Woodbury.