While Legoland is supposed to offer a day of fun and adventure to children and adults alike, there are many opportunities for serious accidents to take place. When you or a loved one have suffered injuries in an amusement park accident, our attorneys at Maison Law are here for you. The latest and greatest rides at amusement parks can have massive safety concerns. There could be trip hazards just waiting to make you stumble. No matter how your accident at an amusement park took place, you may have legal options available for you. Please contact us today for more information and a free legal consultation.
Should I Hire a Lawyer After an Accident?
It can be scary to face the aftermath of an accident at an amusement park, especially because you never expect to become injured in an accident in one of these destinations. Even though an accident is an accident, each one has unique circumstances. Though some personal injury claims can be handled without an attorney, others may require one due to their complexity and the injuries involved. You may need an attorney on your side if the following aspects are true:
- Your accident was partially or completely caused by another person/party
- Your injuries required a hospital stay or follow-up care
- You were forced to miss out on time at work due to your injuries
- Your life has otherwise been impacted by the accident
It is important that you never delay seeking legal help after an accident if you feel that you need the help of a lawyer on your side. California’s statute of limitations is a strict two years, which means that you could miss out on financial opportunities if you wait any longer.
Reasons for Accidents at Legoland Amusement Park
Legoland is supposed to be a fun place for families that features an aquarium, a theme park, and a miniature park filled with things to see and do. With so many attractions, it is no surprise that individuals are injured every year due to a wide array of reasons. These include some of the following:
- Ride Hazards: Injuries can sometimes stem from ride-related dangers. These injuries can happen when someone is boarding or getting off a ride, due to ride motion, or from safety harnesses. Any number of these reasons can lead to a devastating accident that was completely preventable by the park.
- Slip-and-Falls: The safety of Legoland visitors sometimes depends on the cleanliness of the park. If debris is left scattered all over the park, a serious slip and fall accident could take place in the blink of an eye.
- Uneven Flooring or Steps: If floors are uneven or steps are broken, this can pose a hazard that causes a victim to fall and injure themselves.
- Falling Objects: Décor around a park, as well as objects dropped by parkgoers on high-up rides can quickly lead to a serious accident when a victim is struck from down below.
- Assault and Battery: There have been many circumstances when individuals are assaulted and battered by unruly parkgoers, even in areas that are clearly seen by the public.
- Parking Lot Dangers: Car and pedestrian accidents have been known to happen in large parking lots attached to major amusement parks.
Any time a serious accident occurs on Legoland property, it should be documented by the park. It is also important that you receive immediate medical attention to protect your health and well-being following an accident that was caused by another party.
Is Legoland Responsible for Your Accident?
The owner or operator of Legoland could be responsible for your accident if you were injured at the park. To show that Legoland is liable for your accident, you will have to show the following elements:
- The amusement park owed you a duty of care. Examples of this include properly maintaining the property and ensuring that rides are working correctly.
- The amusement park breached their duty of care by failing to provide you and other patrons with reasonable care.
- The park’s breach of duty led to your accident and caused your injuries.
- You suffered monetary/non-monetary losses due to your injuries, such as medical care or missing time at work.
Your attorney will be able to show which damages you specifically incurred due to the accident and help you maximize your settlement amount. Even if the amusement park or its insurance company tries to avoid liability, our lawyers have years of experience litigating these cases and will make sure that you receive what you are owed after a life-altering accident.
Contact a California Amusement Park Accident Lawyer Today
It can be exciting to spend a day at Legoland and see its many sights. However, that fun day can be turned upside-down due to the negligence of a park. If you have suffered harm in a preventable accident at an amusement park, you have options.
Our California amusement park accident lawyers at Maison Law are here to help you get back on your feet when you have been hurt in a serious amusement park accident. We understand that you are facing a long and difficult journey to recovery, which is why a theme park should have to pay for your care. There should be no roadblocks keeping you from compensation. Please contact us today for a free and completely confidential case consultation that comes at no cost to you.