Can You Get Compensated After Sustaining Ziplining Injuries?
Ziplining is a great way to see the wonders of nature in an unprecedented way that is relatively safe and fun. In addition, the speed and exhilaration one derives from moving high up a canopy of trees can be exhilarating and addictive, leading to tourists and extreme sports junkies outdoing each other when it comes to who will perform the greatest number of stunts or move the fastest down the zipline.
Zipline participants are usually asked to sign a waiver which absolves the company as well as guides of any liability should anything untoward occur, but the reality is that certain injuries as well as behavior from safety guides may invalidate these waivers or have them open to legal interpretation. Zipline injuries can vary from mild burns to concussions and even spinal cord injuries in the event that an individual falls off the zipline, and the law states that operators owe you a duty of care to keep you safe from any hazards that may cause you injury via reasonable steps to inform you of these hazards or mitigating them in a timely manner.
In the event you get injured, it can be surmised that their negligent actions may have been the proximate cause of your injuries, and to this end, they will have breached their duty of care towards you, making it possible to file a claim to recover damages that can help you rebuild your life. It is however important to note here that these claims tend to be highly contested, and operators often work in tandem with insurance companies to deny your claims due to a technicality or allege that your actions led to you sustaining injuries. To this end, it is important to work with an experienced ziplining injuries attorney, and our experienced law firm is ready to provide you with timely legal services as they relate to this issue so you can rebuild your life in as little time as possible.
Holding Zipline Operators Accountable for Negligence
Are you looking for the best ziplining injury lawyer? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced premises liability attorneys at McCready Law have garnered a collective 90 YEARS of experience where we’ve helped tens of thousands of Americans from all walks of life and across the country recover compensation after getting injured due to the negligent actions of other individuals or large corporations and institutions. Over the years that we’ve been in operation, we’ve been able to recover compensation to the tune of $260 million, with a lot of these being settlements or judgments running in the hundreds of thousands of dollars for clients injured catastrophically.
We pride ourselves in our ability to successfully litigate claims and recover top dollar results, which is not what you would see in most law firms who mostly opt to engage the insurance company in settlement negotiations which end in paltry payouts to the injured party. We have nationwide reach thanks to partnerships with trusted referral law firms and attorneys countrywide, and we also run a bilingual firm (hablamos Español), making us an accessible choice to hundreds of thousands of clients.
All cases are taken on contingency fee basis, and what this simply means is that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of your claim as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf. If you or a loved one sustained injuries while ziplining and believe that staff or company negligence caused your injuries, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by.
Common Injuries and Causes of Ziplining Injuries
Some of the most common injuries sustained while ziplining include:
- Rope Burn – This is perhaps the most common type of injury, and they occur when the participant comes into contact with the zip line or harness during improper braking or sudden stops. They can vary in severity from superficial skin irritation to deep tissue damage necessitating medical attention.
- Falls – While uncommon, falls may be caused by improper harnessing, equipment failure and even inadequate or incorrect participant instruction on how to perform the activity. Falls often lead to bone fractures, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, all of which can be life-changing and require surgery and a long period of rehabilitation
- Concussions – These occur if a participant hits their head during a collision or a fall, and symptoms may include a splitting headache, mood changes, severe dizziness and seizures, all of which can greatly impact an individual’s quality of life
- Sprains and Strains – These occur due to awkward landings or improper body positioning during the ziplining activity, and may include tendons or joints and require medical treatment as well as physical therapy
Best Ziplining Injury Lawyers – Call Us Today!
There are different legal avenues for individuals who may have suffered ziplining injuries. First, one can file a negligence claim citing things like inadequate safety measures, improper training, or equipment failure. In addition, one may file a product liability claim against the manufacturer or the faulty equipment that was used in the ziplining activity.
Lastly, a breach of contract claim can also be filed against the ziplining company citing that they failed to provide a safe environment as promised, leading to your injuries. If you or a loved one suffered injuries due to ziplining, don’t wait, and do not sign anything or agree to anything via email or a written document: instead, give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. Remember, the call is 100% FREE, and there is no legal obligation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.