Roller Skating Park Accident Injury Lawyer

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Roller skating is one of America’s most popular recreational activities, and it can be enjoyed by people of all ages. While you can roller skate outdoors, it’s generally safer to go to a roller skating park or roller rink. These places have specially designed skating surfaces, safety barriers, and floor attendants, who can ensure that people are following the rules.

Due to the nature of roller skating, injuries are bound to happen, especially among new or inexperienced skaters. But even advanced skaters can become careless or distracted, and end up falling or tripping while they’re at a roller rink. However, not all accidents at a roller rink are due to carelessness or bad luck. Skaters can also be injured when there are dangerous conditions on the premises. Lack of security measures can also allow dangerous people on to the property, or give them opportunities to commit acts like sexual or physical assault. These acts of negligence by a roller skating park can serve as the basis for a lawsuit against the business owner.

If you or a loved one was injured at an indoor roller rink or roller skating park, please contact our office as soon as possible. One of our attorneys will be happy to advise you of your legal options during a free consultation.

How Many People get Injured Roller Skating?

According to Brainline.org, around 100,000 injuries occur every year from roller skating. Head and facial damage account for most of these injuries, and many of these accidents can be prevented with proper safety equipment. But skating park owners also have a duty to ensure the safety of their property, which can be done by routine inspections and maintenance. They must also take reasonable security measures, like hiring enough people to supervise the rink and installing security cameras in parking lots, entrances, and exits.

If you were injured due to a negligent roller skating rink or park owner, contact our office and take some time to speak with one of our attorneys. You may be entitled to compensation for the injuries you have suffered, which can cause significant losses to you and your family.

Potential Accidents at a Roller Skating Park

When people think of roller skating park injuries, what usually comes to mind is falling down while attempting a new move or skating faster than you should. Certainly, these account for many of the accidents that people suffer while they’re at a skate park. But there are some accidents you may not have thought about, such as:

• Slip and fall
• Trip and fall
• Falling objects
• Car accidents
• Assault and battery
• Sexual assault

Many fall-related accidents cannot be blamed on the roller rink or skate park. But if there was a spill on the floor that park employees didn’t clean up, that could lead to a slip and fall that the business would be responsible for. The same can be said for outdoor accidents, like car crashes that occur due to hazardous condition in the parking lot. Or, if there’s a lack of adequate security measures, a guest may be sexually assaulted in areas like the bathrooms or locker rooms.
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What Injuries can you get from Roller Skating?

An accident at a roller skating park or roller rink can cause a wide variety of injuries, especially on the head, hands, wrists, and ankles. These injuries can be life-threatening depending on factors like the victim’s age and pre-existing health conditions. Take a look at just some of the ways you can be harmed from a roller skating accident:

• Broken nose
• Hand / wrist sprain
• Ankle sprain or strain
• Ankle fracture
• Dislocated shoulder
• Dislocated or shattered kneecap
• Torn ACL / MCL
• Whiplash
• Hip fracture
• Broken tailbone
• Broken ribs
• Skull fracture
• Concussion
• Brain damage

Due to the serious nature of many of these injuries, it’s essential to get medical treatment right away following a roller skating park accident. It’s also worth noting that incidents like sexual assault may produce little to no physical injuries. But the victim will most likely suffer emotional trauma such as PTSD and depression, which are valid injuries in a civil lawsuit. To learn more about your rights as an injury victim. contact out law firm and speak to a roller skating accident lawsuit attorney.

Can I Sue a Roller Skating Rink for my Injuries?

Yes, you can sue the roller skating park if your injury was caused by an act of negligence. What counts as negligence depends on many factors, including the location of your accident and the type of entity you are suing. Generally, roller rinks have a duty of care to keep their premises as safe as possible, which can help prevent accidents to their patrons. Preventative measures include, but are not limited to:

• Hiring enough floor attendants to supervise skaters and enforce safety rules.
• Posting clear and visible signs with essential rules and warnings.
• Maintaining the skating surface, as well as railings, walls, and kickboards.
• Inspecting the skating surface for any flaws or damage before skaters are allowed on to the rink.
• Ensure that exit signs are bright and visible, as many rinks and parks use dark lighting.
• Install security cameras in vital areas, like park entrances and parking lots.

As you can see, there are many ways that a roller skating rink can fail in their duty of care to guests and visitors. To confirm whether negligence played a part in your roller skating accident, please schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.

Can I sue the Roller Skating Park if I Signed a Liability Waiver?

Most roller rinks ask you to sign a liability waiver, which is supposed to free them from responsible in the event of an accident. However, a liability waiver cannot be enforced if the accident clearly resulted from negligence or misconduct. For example, a waiver can state that guests are aware of possible injuries to the head and other parts of the body from falling down, skating too fast, or engaging in a physical altercation with other skaters. But what if their fall was caused by a defect on the skating surface, which could have been fixed if the business conducted regular inspections? What if someone was hurt by a reckless skater who was allowed into the park even after multiple violations?

Such factors are hazards that the skating park should have known about, which may give you the right to sue them for monetary damages. However, cases involving liability waivers are undeniably complicated, so it’s in your best interest to seek guidance from an experienced attorney.

Damages you can Recover from a Roller Skating Park Accident Lawsuit

An accident that was caused by negligence or misconduct allows the victim to seek a variety of financial and emotional damages. Below is a general list of the damages we ask for on behalf of a roller skating injury victim:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property damages
• Legal fees
• Punitive damages

Depending on the extent of injuries, you may be able to seek other losses, like future medical treatments, loss of consortium, and loss of earning capacity. Our lawyers can evaluate your circumstances and fight for all the damages you are entitled to.

Speak to a Personal Injury Lawyer

As a roller skating park injury victim, you have many questions on your mind that you need answers to. An experienced personal injury lawyer is the best source of information, yet many people are afraid of the legal fees that are associated with quality representation. Our expenses will never be your responsibility when you choose one of our attorneys. Our Zero fee guarantee ensures that you pay nothing upfront, nor will you pay us a single penny unless we win your case. At that point, it’s the defendant who will be paying our costs, so there is no risk to you and your finances.

Here at Normandie, we treat our clients like family, meaning you will never be put aside because there are more valuable cases. When you call or email us, we will be there with the clear, detailed answers you deserve from your attorney. Our goal is to settle your case as fast as possible, while ensuring that you are fairly compensated by the responsible party.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. We’re happy to assist you in any way we can.