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News18
18 hours ago
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Man Sues Disney For $50,000 Over Alleged Water Slide Injury
Last Updated: A 334-pound man is taking legal action against Walt Disney World, seeking $50,000 in damages after he was injured while using a water slide. A man weighing 334 pounds is suing Walt Disney World for $50,000, claiming the theme park was negligent after he was injured while using a water slide. According to the lawsuit, the incident occurred at one of Disney's waterparks, and the man alleges that the ride was not properly equipped or safe for guests of his size, leading to serious harm. As reported by People, Eugene Strickland has filed a lawsuit claiming he was seriously injured at Florida's Blizzard Beach water park and continues to suffer from those injuries nearly four years later. The incident took place in July 2021 while he was on the Downhill Double Dipper slide. Strickland stated that during the ride, he was briefly lifted off the slide, which resulted in what he describes as 'permanent and catastrophic" injuries. At the time, he weighed approximately 334 pounds (150 kg), which was over 34 pounds (15 kg) above the ride's posted weight limit. His complaint argues that the park failed to properly enforce safety guidelines, putting him at risk. Strickland alleged that during the ride, he reached 'exhilarating speeds" that caused the inner tube beneath him to slip out of place, resulting in him forcefully hitting the hard plastic surface of the slide. Strickland claimed that the incident left him with severe physical injuries along with lasting pain, emotional distress, scarring, and a reduced quality of life. In his lawsuit, he accuses Walt Disney World of negligence, alleging that the park failed to maintain a safe environment for guests. He further argues that Disney was aware of potential safety risks associated with the slide but did nothing to fix the issue or properly alert visitors. Strickland even described the ride as a 'concealed trap," claiming it posed hidden dangers that could seriously harm unsuspecting guests. As per court documents reviewed by People, the case is scheduled to go to a jury trial in May 2027. 'Our client was severely injured on a ride at Disney's Blizzard Beach. He has filed a lawsuit alleging that the defendant's lax safety measures and oversight contributed to those injuries. We are pursuing justice for him and working to hold Disney accountable for their alleged negligence," Strickland's lawyer told the outlet. First Published:
Scottish Sun
18 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Disney World fan weighing 334lbs is left ‘permanently disfigured' after ‘going airborne' on popular water slide
The lawsuit made a scathing complaint about the park's 'inadequate' practices SLIP & SLIDE Disney World fan weighing 334lbs is left 'permanently disfigured' after 'going airborne' on popular water slide Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A 334lb Disney World fan who was left "permanently disfigured" after "flying" off a water slide is suing the company for negligence. Florida man Eugene Strickland was allowed on the ride at Blizzard Beach - despite being over the weight limit and allegedly using poorly maintained equipment. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 A Disney World fan weighing 334lbs was left 'permanently disfigured' after 'going airborne' on popular water slide Credit: Disneyworld 3 He went on the Downhill Double Dipper Credit: Disneyworld 3 He was allegedly allowed on the ride despite being too heavy at Blizzard Beach in Orlando, Florida Credit: Reuters He filed the lawsuit on May 29 in Orange County, seeking over $50,000 in damages for his "permanent catastrophic injuries". The complainant said he was riding the Downhill Double Dipper, a dual-track slide. Disney World boasts that the slide will plunge guests "50 feet downhill at exhilarating speeds". Strickland, who weighed 334 pounds at the time, was 34 pounds over the maximum weight limit allowed under American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) safety guidelines for single-rider slides. READ MORE US NEWS GRIM END Man, 89, and dog killed in black bear attack as lab workers make grisly discovery But Disney World employees allegedly turned a blind eye, allowing the man to go on the ride using one of the park's provided inner tubes. During the descent, Strickland says he "became momentarily airborne". He added that the tube "became forcibly, suddenly, and unexpectedly dislodged" from underneath him, which then made him "land with force onto the hard plastic surface of the slide". The lawsuit blasted Disney's safety protocols, and claimed the slide was in a "dangerous condition" It also branded the ride as a "safety hazard and concealed trap". They accused the company of knowingly keeping the ride open without proper warnings or sufficient repairs. Blaze breaks out at Disney World's Epcot theme park forcing visitors to flee Strickland's lawyers said: "These injuries are permanent and continuing within a degree of medical probability, and Plaintiff will suffer these losses in the future." The complaint also accused Disney of using "deficient, inadequate, ineffective, or underinflated inner tubes", while knowing that they were not fit for use. They also said the park failed to properly inspect the slide, maintain the equipment, or enforce posted weight limits. The scathing complaint outlines 13 specific examples of negligenc. It included allowing the "unrestricted use of an unsafe high-speed water slide", failing to correctly train staff, and ignoring its own safety regulation. Strickland said he is still suffering physically and emotionally as a result of the horror ordeal. He explained that he suffers from pain, disability, scarring, disfigurement, mental anguish, and a diminished quality of life. These came alongside his ongoing medical expenses and the exacerbation of pre-existing conditions. A jury trial is scheduled for May 2027, and Disney are yet to comment publicly on the case. The Sun reached out to Disney for comment.
The Sun
18 hours ago
- Health
- The Sun
Disney World fan weighing 334lbs is left ‘permanently disfigured' after ‘going airborne' on popular water slide
A 334lb Disney World fan who was left "permanently disfigured" after "flying" off a water slide is suing the company for negligence. Florida man Eugene Strickland was allowed on the ride at Blizzard Beach - despite being over the weight limit and allegedly using poorly maintained equipment. 3 3 3 He filed the lawsuit on May 29 in Orange County, seeking over $50,000 in damages for his "permanent catastrophic injuries". The complainant said he was riding the Downhill Double Dipper, a dual-track slide. Disney World boasts that the slide will plunge guests "50 feet downhill at exhilarating speeds". Strickland, who weighed 334 pounds at the time, was 34 pounds over the maximum weight limit allowed under American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) safety guidelines for single-rider slides. But Disney World employees allegedly turned a blind eye, allowing the man to go on the ride using one of the park's provided inner tubes. During the descent, Strickland says he "became momentarily airborne". He added that the tube "became forcibly, suddenly, and unexpectedly dislodged" from underneath him, which then made him "land with force onto the hard plastic surface of the slide". The lawsuit blasted Disney's safety protocols, and claimed the slide was in a "dangerous condition" It also branded the ride as a "safety hazard and concealed trap". They accused the company of knowingly keeping the ride open without proper warnings or sufficient repairs. Strickland's lawyers said: "These injuries are permanent and continuing within a degree of medical probability, and Plaintiff will suffer these losses in the future." The complaint also accused Disney of using "deficient, inadequate, ineffective, or underinflated inner tubes", while knowing that they were not fit for use. They also said the park failed to properly inspect the slide, maintain the equipment, or enforce posted weight limits. The scathing complaint outlines 13 specific examples of negligenc. It included allowing the "unrestricted use of an unsafe high-speed water slide", failing to correctly train staff, and ignoring its own safety regulation. Strickland said he is still suffering physically and emotionally as a result of the horror ordeal. He explained that he suffers from pain, disability, scarring, disfigurement, mental anguish, and a diminished quality of life. These came alongside his ongoing medical expenses and the exacerbation of pre-existing conditions. A jury trial is scheduled for May 2027, and Disney are yet to comment publicly on the case. The Sun reached out to Disney for comment.
The Irish Sun
18 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
Disney World fan weighing 334lbs is left ‘permanently disfigured' after ‘going airborne' on popular water slide
A 334lb Disney World fan who was left "permanently disfigured" after "flying" off a water slide is suing the company for negligence. Florida man Eugene Strickland was allowed on the ride at Blizzard Beach - despite being over the weight limit and allegedly using poorly maintained equipment. Advertisement 3 A Disney World fan weighing 334lbs was left 'permanently disfigured' after 'going airborne' on popular water slide Credit: Disneyworld 3 He went on the Downhill Double Dipper Credit: Disneyworld 3 He was allegedly allowed on the ride despite being too heavy at Blizzard Beach in Orlando, Florida Credit: Reuters He filed the lawsuit on May 29 in The complainant said he was riding the Downhill Double Dipper, a dual-track slide. Disney World boasts that the slide will plunge guests "50 feet downhill at exhilarating speeds". Strickland, who weighed 334 pounds at the time, was 34 pounds over the maximum weight limit allowed under American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) safety guidelines for single-rider slides. Advertisement READ MORE US NEWS But Disney World employees allegedly turned a blind eye, allowing the man to go on the ride using one of the park's provided inner tubes. During the descent, Strickland says he "became momentarily airborne". He added that the tube "became forcibly, suddenly, and unexpectedly dislodged" from underneath him, which then made him "land with force onto the hard plastic surface of the slide". The lawsuit blasted Disney's safety protocols, and claimed the slide was in a "dangerous condition" Advertisement Most read in The US Sun It also branded the ride as a "safety hazard and concealed trap". They accused the company of knowingly keeping the ride open without proper warnings or sufficient repairs. Blaze breaks out at Disney World's Epcot theme park forcing visitors to flee Strickland's lawyers said: "These injuries are permanent and continuing within a degree of medical probability, and Plaintiff will suffer these losses in the future ." The complaint also accused Disney of using "deficient, inadequate, ineffective, or underinflated inner tubes", while knowing that they were not fit for use. Advertisement They also said the park failed to properly inspect the slide, maintain the equipment, or enforce posted weight limits. The scathing complaint outlines 13 specific examples of negligenc. It included allowing the "unrestricted use of an unsafe high-speed water slide", failing to correctly train staff, and ignoring its own safety regulation. Strickland said he is still suffering physically and emotionally as a result of the horror ordeal. Advertisement He explained that he suffers from pain, disability, scarring, disfigurement, mental anguish, and a diminished quality of life. These came alongside his ongoing medical expenses and the exacerbation of pre-existing conditions. A jury trial is scheduled for May 2027, and Disney are yet to comment publicly on the case. The Sun reached out to Disney for comment. Advertisement
NDTV
a day ago
- Health
- NDTV
US Man Weighing 151 Kg Sues Disney For Rs 42 Lakh After Waterslide Injury
A US man has sued Walt Disney for Rs 42.7 lakh ($50,000) in damages after he suffered injuries on a waterslide at the entertainment behemoth's amusement park. Eugene Strickland, who weighed 151 kg at the time, 13 kg above the ride's weight limit -- was on the Downhill Double Dipper at Disney's Blizzard Beach Waterpark in July 2021 when the incident took place. As per the lawsuit filed last week, Mr Strickland has blamed the waterslide's design and "exhilarating speeds" for causing the injuries. It allegedly caused his inner tube to dislodge from beneath him and made him "land with force onto the hard plastic surface of the slide". He said he "suffered serious bodily injury" which resulted in pain and suffering, disability, scarring, disfigurement, mental anguish and loss of capacity for the enjoyment of life. The Florida resident argued that Walt Disney World displayed negligence and failed to maintain safe premises. He also claims that the theme park was aware of the "safety hazard" and "concealed trap" that led to his injuries. "Our client was severely injured on a ride at Disney's Blizzard Beach. He has filed a lawsuit alleging that it was the defendant's lax safety measures and oversight that contributed to those injuries. We are pursuing justice for him and working to hold Disney accountable for their alleged negligence," his attorneys told People. It remains unclear in the complaint if Mr Strickland was aware of the weight limit before entering the slide. This is not the first instance when Walt Disney World has been sued. Last year, Jeffrey Piccolo filed a "wrongful death" lawsuit against Disney after his wife, Kanokporn Tangsuan, died when she suffered an allergic reaction from her meal at a restaurant at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. However, Disney said Mr Piccolo signed away his right to take action against the company when he agreed to the terms and conditions of Disney+ during a free trial of the streaming service several years ago.
