Ask a Miami personal injury attorney: Keeping children safe at an amusement park

According to a study published in the May issue of Clinical Pediatrics, 92,885 children “sought treatment in U.S. hospital emergency departments for injuries involving amusement rides” between the years of 1990 and 2010, “yielding an annual average of 4,423 injuries.” Parents whose sons or daughters have been hurt at theme parks should consult a Miami personal injury attorney to see if they can mount an effective legal case.

If you’ve turned on the news throughout the past week, you’ve undoubtedly heard about Rosy Esparza, the woman who tragically fell to her death while riding The Texas Giant, a steel-hybrid rollercoaster at Lone Star State amusement park Six Flags Over Texas. This recent incident has raised a lot of questions about the overall safety of these rides, forcing Florida residents to wonder whether something like this could happen to one of their loved ones and lead them to require the services of a Miami personal injury attorney.

With this issue in mind, here are some tips that parents should follow at amusement parks to keep their kids safe: 
• Follow all height, weight and age restrictions
• Tell your child how important it is to keep his or her arms and legs inside the ride
• Trust your gut instincts, keeping your child off of a certain ride if it appears unsafe
• Use safety bars and seat belts, checking to make sure they are secure.

If your child gets hurt at an amusement park, don’t settle for mediocre legal representation. It is in your best interest to consult a Miami personal injury attorney to see if you have grounds to file a civil lawsuit. Scott A. Ferris, Esq. is an experienced Miami lawyer who prides himself on being available to his clients whenever they need him. Contact him at 305-670-3330 to discuss your options.