Every year thousands of people are drawn to the magical excitement of amusement parks, traveling carnivals, and water parks.  Theme parks promise an opportunity for visitors to escape daily activities and enjoy the entertainment of thrilling adventures and wild rides.  Even though amusements and rides provided by the park are expected to be safe, they can lead to disastrous accidents.

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Unfortunately, along with the enjoyment tragedy can strike in an instant, leading to catastrophic injuries and even death.  With increasing frequency, amusement park incidents injure or kill numerous visitors and park employees.  Visitors can be ejected from rides, slip and fall, or tragically drown in water park incidents.  A day that begins as a way to have fun with family or friends can end with an emergency visit to a medical practitioner or hospital emergency room for treatment of:

• Concussions
• Broken bones
• Paralysis
• Dismemberment
• Brain injuries
• Bloody noses
• Broken ribs
• Spinal cord Injuries

Many factors play a contributing role in amusement park ride related injuries or fatalities:

• Design defects
• Mechanical failure
• Malfunctioning safety equipment
• Loose cables
• Improper assembly
• Operator negligence
• Consumer behavior
• Electrical wiring problems
• Poor maintenance

If you or someone you love, perhaps one of your children has been the victim of a theme park accident, it is crucial to retain legal representation.  Laws pertaining to amusement park accidents are very complex, and fall into three categories of personal injury law; negligence or tort law, products liability, and premises liability.  In essence, the expertise of a trustworthy personal injury attorney is required to effectively represent your case.  After seeking medical treatment, get in touch with a personal injury attorney experienced in theme park accidents before you accept a settlement.

With a highly trained amusement park injury attorney on your side you can take action to initiate a lawsuit.  You may be entitled to financial compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, disability, and pain and suffering; in addition to other injury associated expenses.  There is no substitution for a skilled attorney’s advice.  Take action today; telephone Ehline Law at (415) 684-7688‎, for a proficient evaluation of your case.

Michael P. Ehline will work closely with you to hold any negligent parties accountable and ensure you receive a fair settlement.