- A 334-pound man sues Walt Disney World after a waterslide injury, claiming the ride didn’t support his weight and caused serious harm.
- He alleges Disney was negligent by not warning or addressing the ride’s safety risks, leading to lasting physical and mental injuries.
- The lawsuit seeks $50,000 in damages, while Disney faces other waterpark injury claims this summer.
Eugene Strickland is suing Walt Disney World for $50,000. He says he got badly hurt on a waterslide at Blizzard Beach Waterpark in July 2021. Strickland weighed 334 pounds at the time. The slide’s weight limit was only 300 pounds. He went down the slide even though he exceeded the limit by over 30 pounds. The lawsuit doesn’t say if Disney warned him about the weight rule or if he knew it himself. Strickland, the 334-pound man, claims the ride didn’t support his weight and caused serious injury.
Details of the Incident: Losing Control on the Downhill Double Dipper
According to the complaint, Strickland rode the Downhill Double Dipper on an inner tube. As he went down, he lost control and briefly became airborne. Then, he slammed hard against the slide’s hard plastic surface. This violent impact caused the injuries he still struggles with today. He says he suffered serious bodily harm, scarring, and disfigurement. The 334-pound man says the accident left him with ongoing pain, disability, and mental anguish. The experience changed his life and lowered his ability to enjoy normal activities.
Claim Against Disney’s Negligence and Unsafe Conditions
Strickland accuses Disney of negligence. He argues Disney failed to keep the ride safe for all guests. He says the slide acted as a “concealed trap” that Disney knew about but did not fix or warn about. Strickland holds Disney responsible for creating unsafe conditions that led to his injury. With the allegations, the 334-pound man seeks to hold Disney accountable for failing to protect visitors from harm.
Seeking Compensation for Lasting Injuries and Suffering
In the lawsuit, Strickland demands $50,000 to cover his damages. This includes medical costs, pain, suffering, and loss of life enjoyment. He wants Disney to pay for the impact the injury has had on his body and mind. The lawsuit from the 334-pound man highlights the risks that come with ignoring ride weight limits and safety warnings.
Disney Faces Other Waterpark Injury Lawsuits This Summer
Disney’s waterparks face more legal troubles this summer. A Long Island mother filed a separate lawsuit for $2 million. She claims a giant wave at Typhoon Lagoon injured her and left lasting scars. Disney must address these complaints and improve safety measures. These lawsuits show growing concern about guest safety at popular theme parks, including the case where a 334-pound man sues Disney.
