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Florida Regulators Investigate Further into Injuries Suffered on Theme Park Rides

Injuries are a common occurrence at many of Orlando’s major theme parks. Visitors sustain injuries ranging from typical bumps and bruises to more serious injuries, such as broken bones, fractures, and traumatic brain injuries. Unfortunately, the public does not always hear about these incidents.

By Michael Damaso

/ 18 Dec 2020

Florida Regulators Investigate Further into Injuries Suffered on Theme Park Rides

Court Records Reveal Universal Tested Fixes to Punga Racers Water Slide as Guest Injuries Mounted

It has been revealed in court documents that Universal Orlando theme park engineers knew why so many guests were getting injured on Punga Racers at Volcano Bay. Riders were going at speeds that were way too fast on the water slide, not leaving enough time for people to slow down at the ride’s end.

By Michael Damaso

/ 6 Aug 2020

Court Records Reveal Universal Tested Fixes to Punga Racers Water Slide as Guest Injuries Mounted

Safety a Concern at Universal’s Volcano Bay after 115 People Injured on Waterslide that Paralyzed Tourist

At least 115 park guests have reported being injured on the popular water slide attraction, Punga Racers, at Universal Orlando’s Volcano Bay. This information has come to light following a lawsuit filed by a park guest.

By Michael Damaso

/ 30 Jul 2020

Safety a Concern at Universal’s Volcano Bay after 115 People Injured on Waterslide that Paralyzed Tourist

Electrical Shock, Paralysis, and Brain Injuries Reported at Popular Orlando Tourist Attraction, Volcano Bay

Serious injuries have recently been reported at Universal’s Volcano Bay Water Theme Park, including electrical shock, paralysis, brain injuries, and near drownings.

By Michael Damaso

/ 5 Feb 2020

Electrical Shock, Paralysis, and Brain Injuries Reported at Popular Orlando Tourist Attraction, Volcano Bay

Who Is Responsible When a Self-Driving Car Has An Accident?

Who is responsible when a self-driving car hurts or kills someone? What are the laws that govern this type of crash and what will the future hold as it pertains to laws which may or may not protect consumers that have been hurt or killed by a self-driving car.

By Thomas Dennis

/ 22 Mar 2018

Who Is Responsible When a Self-Driving Car Has An Accident?

10 Year Old’s Death Shows Need for Water Park Oversight

While most patrons will enjoy water parks and return home safely, we are beginning to see more and more water park ride injuries occurring.

By Thomas Dennis

/ 10 Aug 2016

10 Year Old’s Death Shows Need for Water Park Oversight

Attorney Primrose Watches House Pass Bill To Investigate Prescribing Pain Medication

Attorney Primrose travels to Washington, D.C. as part of a Central Florida community leaders trip to meet with Congressional leaders.

By Nicholas Primrose

/ 18 May 2016

Plane Crashed into Publix Supermarket in Deland Florida

A plane recently crashed into a Publix Supermarket in Deland Florida injuring the plane occupants and some of the shoppers in the store. A briefing is being held now by the National…

By Ed Normand

/ 3 Apr 2012

Jury Rules Disney Not Negligent in Tower of Terror Case

On Monday after a three week trial an Orange County Jury of 3 men and 3 woman deliberated for about 3 hours and Answered NO to the following question submitted to them: Was there a dangerous…

By Ed Normand

/ 4 May 2010

Order is Filed on Emergency Hearing in Disney Monorail Crash

An emergency court hearing was held on July 14, 2009 in the crash that killed Disney monorail operator Austin Wuennenberg. Although no lawsuit has been filed by the Wuennenberg family, court…

By Ed Normand

/ 22 Aug 2009

Unreported Theme Park Injuries

We have been blogging a lot about the lack of reporting at the Federal, State and Local level of the injuries that happen at the big theme parks. It turns out that the local fair or a Greyhound bus…

By Ed Normand

/ 21 Aug 2009

Discovery Request Rejected in Disney Monorail Crash

Lawyers on behalf of Christine Wuennenberg were rejected in their request that a Judge order Disney to allow them access to inspect evidence for potential litigation arising from the death of…

By Ed Normand

/ 15 Jul 2009