Fort Lauderdale Park Accident Lawyer
An enjoyable day at the park shouldn’t end with an injury and trip to the hospital, but for hundreds of people that is how their park adventure plays out. Spencer Morgan Law is an established law firm which can help anyone hurt in a park accident. There are certain legal complications with these kinds of cases. Suing the government for an injury in a public park requires meeting unique deadlines and requirements. Even suing a private theme park isn’t easy, as it requires evidence which might be outside your control. Contact our office to speak with a Fort Lauderdale park accident lawyer.
Were You Injured in a Park?
Fort Lauderdale has many parks, with thousands of people enjoying themselves each day. However, accidents can happen out of the blue:
- Falls
- Collapsed playground equipment
- Dog attacks
- Assaults
- Drowning or near-drowning accidents
Many people are injured playing miniature golf or while visiting water parks. Their injuries run the gamut from abrasions and cuts to fractures and major head injuries.
Whether you can sue will depend on the cause of the accident and determining who is to blame:
- Park operators for negligence. They could fail to fix defects on the property or not provide sufficient security to protect their guests. Parks should also perform background checks on staff and properly train them. A park is often liable for an accident when they fail to act reasonably to protect guests.
- Visitors for assault. If you were attacked at a park, you can bring a legal claim against your assailant, if they are found. One question is whether the assailant has sufficient funds to pay a settlement.
- Manufacturers for defective products. Some of the equipment or rides at a park could be defectively manufactured or designed. We might seek financial compensation from the manufacturer for selling a dangerous product.
Call our office. Many victims do not know what or who is to blame. We can visit the park, speak to witnesses, and inspect any possibly defective equipment to help with building a case.
The process for bringing a claim will differ depending on whether you were hurt in a public or private park. Private parks are like other private businesses. You can file a lawsuit against them within the statute of limitations and then negotiate a settlement.
Claims against public entities are different. They enjoy immunity from most lawsuits, which can limit a victim’s ability to seek compensation for an injury suffered in a public space. Florida has created exceptions to this immunity, but there is a specific process to bring a claim against the government. Hire a lawyer who understands all the steps involved.
Call Spencer Morgan Law
For more than 25 years, we have provided legal representation to accident victims and received more than $100 million in compensation for our clients. We credit our detailed knowledge of Florida personal injury law, including product liability and premises liability law. If you were hurt in a park, contact an experienced Fort Lauderdale park accident lawyer today so we can provide accurate information about what steps to take.