Accidents at amusement parks can require personal injury claims
Ever wondered how safe the rides are at theme parks? Being injured may seem a rare event but when accidents happen, they can be serious, even horrific and leave you with the need to engage a no-win, no fee lawyer to make a personal injury claim.
Serious British accidents injuring many people have been reported at various holiday parks such as Alton Towers, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Lightwater Valley Theme Park (North Yorkshire) and Gullivers at Milton Keynes.
People can be killed and injuries have included serious head and spinal injuries, broken ribs and limbs, as well as whiplash, caused by these giant playgrounds.
So, if you're off to places like Thorpe Park and Chessington World of Adventures in the UK this year - or even bigger amusement parks abroad in Europe or around the world - aim to keep safe, accident-free and unhurt with some safety tips:
Follow restrictions
Height is a common issue, as are heart problems, neck or back conditions and being overweight. Ignoring clear guidance can get you injured.
Don't queue jump
Visitors can get thrown out of holiday parks for not waiting. Curb anger if you see people pushing in - report it to park staff.
Obey ride instructions
Follow instructions from ride staff - they should be trained to help keep you safe. Don't lose an arm or leg - keep them inside the ride vehicles, and use the handrails, bars or harnesses.
Head protection
Rollercoasters and other rides cause people's heads to whip about. Aim to sit in the middle of the ride's seats, not on the sides.
Theme park grounds
When walking, be careful not to bump into other people - and there's nothing more annoying, and possibly dangerous, than when someone stops in the middle of a busy path. And take care wheeling child buggies and prams - don't hit others. Avoid running.
Food and eating
People do throw up on rollercoasters and rough rides, so to avoid this nightmare try not to hop on a ride just after food. And spit out choking hazards such as bubble gum or gobstoppers.
Sun protection
Use sunscreen, wear sunglasses and a hat, and drink water to stay well in hot weather.
Watch your children
Children can suffer broken bones, fractures and cuts. More serious personal injuries can include brain or spinal injuries. Educate them by explaining rules and with helpful talks.
But if despite this advice, you or someone you know suffer personal injuries, you can contact some of the UK's best no win, no fee solicitors at YouClaim.
Choosing a personal injury claim service that's best for you
Approved by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, YouClaim's panel of legal professions offer a no win, no fee compensation claim service. This means your claim is free whether the case is won or lost. But if you do win, 100% compensation is paid to you - the claimant.
Call now to discuss your theme park injury complaint on freephone 0800 10 757 95. Or you can try our live, online customer service called e-chat. Alternatively, try the quick-to-complete claim form- or the free callback service to see how we can help in your personal injury claim today.
