According to a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimate, more than 18,000 people in 2007 sought emergency treatment as a result of amusement attraction accidents. You should know that it is not just roller coasters and other thrill rides that pose risks to amusement park and carnival goers: accidents can and do happen on seemingly harmless attractions such as Ferris wheels, inflatable slides and moon bounces, water park attractions and even coin-operated rides at shopping centers. Accident victims may sustain serious injuries including concussions, dislocated limbs, broken bones, lacerations, loss of limbs, chest injuries, head injuries, spinal injuries, brain injuries and even wrongful death.

While amusement ride victims are often blamed for behaving recklessly, the truth is many accidents are caused by mechanical failures, defective ride design, defective ride components, operator negligence and improper ride maintenance. If you or a loved one has been injured at an amusement park, carnival or fair, it is crucial to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our skilled trial lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and past, current and future medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated attorneys can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a lawyer who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.