During warm weather, waterparks are popular attractions for families and friends. Trips to the waterpark, however, may involve dangers created by waterpark negligence or recklessness. Serious injuries may occur when waterpark operators and staff fail to maintain safe conditions. Understanding possible legal recourse is essential if your loved one or you fall victim to waterpark negligence.

Waterslide Hazards

Waterslides are among the most exciting but dangerous attractions at a waterpark. While they involve fun and thrills, they also present numerous hazards, including:

• Slip and falls: Slippery surfaces at entrances and exits may cause dangerous falls.
• Impact injuries: Collisions with slide walls, other people, or poorly designed landing areas.
• Improper slide design or maintenance: Defective waterslides with sharp edges, broken seams, or inadequate water flow. 
• Drowning or near-drowning Incidents: Sliders may risk drowning or sustaining water-related injuries if a waterpark fails to provide adequate lifeguard supervision or safe landing pools.

Injuries That May Result from Waterslide Hazards

Unsafe waterslides can cause a variety of serious injuries, including:

• Head and spinal cord injuries: High-impact landings or abrupt stops can cause concussions, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), or spinal injuries. 
• Broken bones and fractures: Falls and forceful collisions may result in broken arms, legs, ribs, or facial fractures. 
• Lacerations and abrasions: Poor slide maintenance can lead to sharp edges or rough surfaces that cause severe cuts and scrapes. 
• Internal injuries: High-impact forces may lead to internal bleeding or organ damage. 
• Drowning and water-related injuries: A lack of proper safety measures can result in harmful water inhalation injuries or fatalities. 

Waterpark Negligence and Liability

Waterparks must maintain a safe environment for visitors. Negligence on the part of the waterpark and its staff may include the following actions or inactions:

• Failing to maintain and inspect the waterslides properly;
• Lack of adequate signage warning slide users of potential hazards;
• Poorly trained or insufficient lifeguard staff;
• Allowing too many riders on a slide leads to collisions and
• Failing to enforce safety rules, protocol, and weight/height restrictions.

If a waterpark fails to follow the proper standard of care, it may be liable for injuries and harm visitors suffer. 

Why You Should Contact Hobbs Law for Your Waterpark Injury Case

You may need an attorney if you or a loved one suffers harm from an unsafe waterslide and waterpark negligence. Attorney Dillon Hobbs can help you pursue the just compensation that you may deserve. Contact Hobbs Law today for a free initial consultation.