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Amusement Park Accident Lawyers

Each year, people visit amusement parks with the goal of having fun, thrilling experiences with their friends and family. While amusement parks have rules and regulations to keep their patrons safe, there are cases in which those patrons become injured. In 2016 alone, 30,900 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms for injuries received on amusement park rides. 

Have you or a loved one been injured in an amusement park accident? If the accident was caused by a malfunctioning ride, negligent staff, or a safety concern that the amusement park company did not address, you may need legal representation. The skilled Miami amusement park accident lawyers at The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A. are here to help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Landscape shot of a lit up amusement park. Amusement parks can be dangerous, injured patrons should contact a skilled Miami amusement park lawyer today.

Common Amusement Park Injuries

Amusement park rides tend to involve jerking the body around in one or more directions, often suddenly or at high speeds. While this can give the rider quite the thrill, it can also wreak havoc on the spine and neck if the rider is in the wrong position or is unprepared for the violence of the movement. 

Common injuries include:

  • Scrapes, bumps, bruises
  • Broken bones
  • Back and spinal cord injuries
  • Soft tissue damage
  • Head and neck injuries (including whiplash) 
  • Drowning (on water rides)

Additionally, some riders may find the thrill to be a little more than they expected. People have been known to suffer heart attacks, strokes, and even brain aneurysms as a result of an amusement park ride.

Compensation Available to Amusement Park Accident Victims

If the amusement park company is found to be at fault for the accident, you can receive compensation for your injuries. This includes if they were negligent by not properly maintaining equipment, failing to properly supervise the ride, or not providing the proper safety equipment. They can also be liable for mechanical failures, design defects, and operator errors. 

The compensation you could receive includes:

  • Medical expenses
  • Physical therapy costs
  • Time off work (lost wages)
  • Pain and suffering
Patrons ride a rollercoaster at an amusement park

What to Do if You Have Been Injured on an Amusement Park Ride

Amusement park injuries can be severe, that is why it is important to first focus on your health and well-being. If you have been injured on an amusement park, follow the steps below. 

  1. Seek immediate medical attention and keep detailed documentation of your treatment and medical expenses. 
  2. Contact the qualified Miami amusement park lawyers at The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A. to file your claim for you and start fighting for the compensation that is owed to you. 

Some symptoms of an amusement park accident may not appear until the next day or two after the accident has occurred. That is why it is important to seek immediate medical treatment even if you are not experiencing any obvious symptoms. 

Why You Should Hire an Experienced Miami Amusement Park Accident Lawyer

Even if the amusement park company is at fault, their insurance company typically will not willingly pay your claim. To protect their interests, insurance companies will look for ways to shift the blame from the amusement park company elsewhere (usually to the victim). Their purpose is to either get the claim dismissed altogether or lessen the amount of money they need to pay. 

That is the last thing you need to be dealing with, particularly if your injuries are severe. Here at The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A., our skilled Miami amusement accident lawyers know what it takes to get you the maximum compensation. 

Riders use swing ride at amusement park, if injured, they would need a Miami amusement park lawyer

Contact a Skilled Miami Amusement Park Accident Lawyer Today

If you or a loved one have been the victim of an amusement park accident, it is important to contact an amusement park accident lawyer as soon as possible. This ensures that your claim is filed properly and that you are awarded the highest compensation possible. Hiring an attorney to help you win your case also allows you to focus on your health instead of the consequential legal battle that follows an accident. At The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A., we know how to beat insurance companies at their own game. From day one, we will aggressively fight for you and your family to help get you the compensation you deserve.