Amusement Park Injury Lawsuit Loans | Pre Settlement Funding

Pre Settlement Funding for Amusement Park Injury

Amusement parks in the United States every year. While most of the time these injuries are minor, in some cases death can occur. These injuries are usually the result of poor park management, malfunctioning equipment, and negligence. The owners or operators of the park, and sometimes suppliers, are generally held legally responsible for these accidents and under personal injury law, you may be entitled to compensation if an injury has occurred at an amusement park.

While amusement parks are generally safe, accidents do happen. The following is a list of statistics relating to amusement park injuries:

  • Annually, approximately 280 million guests visit amusement parks and enjoy 1.7 billion rides.
  • The IAAPA estimates that annually over 8800 amusement park-related injuries occur, requiring a trip to the emergency room. Of these 8800 injuries, the NEISS estimates 3400 are water slide related injuries and 1700 are related to go-karts. About 4 – 5 of these injuries will prove fatal.
  • The main cause of injuries at amusement parks is mechanical failure.
  • Portable attractions such as those occupying fairs and carnival grounds account for more than 2500 accidents per year.
  • The highest rate of amusement park injuries in the United States is in New Jersey, which accounts for 37% of US amusement park accidents.
  • The peak age for most amusement park related accidents to happen is 11 years old.
  • Amusement and theme parks are required by the IAAPA to use weight and height restrictions on major rides.
  • According to the NEISS, the year 2004 saw the highest number of amusement park fatalities; 67 lives lost.
  • The IAAPA reports that the majority of amusement park related accidents are never reported.

Regardless of how minor an amusement park injury may appear, it is important to seek immediate medical attention as it can often take a few days to feel the full effects of an injury. Additionally, the quicker you are treated the faster you will recuperate. Under personal injury law, if you or a loved one has been injured in an amusement park accident you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. To give you the best chance of compensation in an amusement park accident lawsuit, we encourage amusement park accident victims to gather the names and contact information of anyone who witnessed the accident. Additionally, take as many clear photographs as possible and immediately contact park officials.

Q&A for Theme Park Accident Lawsuit Cash Advance.

Question – I was injured while visiting an amusement park and had to be taken to the hospital; I have no funds to pay my medical bills. What should I do?

Answer – An amusement park is liable for all your medical expenses associated with injuries incurred at the park. You need to obtain an attorney who specializes in these kinds of cases.

Question – Which rides are the most dangerous at an amusement park?

Answer – Roller Coasters

Question – My child was injured while visiting an amusement park. What should I do?

Answer – First, take your child to the amusement park emergency services if one is available. If one is not available, take your child to the nearest hospital emergency room. Since it sometimes takes days for pain from amusement park injuries to show up, as a precaution, always seek immediate medical attention for any amusement park related injury, even if the injury seems minor.

It is also vital to get a witness report and contact information from anyone who witnessed the accident, along with photographs.

Question – I broke my leg exiting an amusement park ride. Do I have the right to a lawsuit?

Answer –  Yes. Personal injury law entitles you to pay for pain and suffering for an amusement park accident.

Question – My daughter was injured while visiting a water park. How much is an attorney going to charge me to litigate my case?

Answer –  Generally, personal injury attorneys work on what’s called a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no money required to retain their services and if you don’t win or settle your case, your attorney will not charge you.

Question – How much money can you lend me for an amusement park lawsuit?

Answer – USA Lawsuit Loans treats each case differently. There’s no limit to how much you can borrow, but the range is generally between $500 and $500,000 depending on the merits of your case.

Question – My case has been settled. May I still apply for an amusement park lawsuit loan?

Answer – Yes. We offer some of the lowest interest post-settlement lawsuit loans in the industry and you can receive your money in as little as 24 hours.

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