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People go to amusement parks to have fun, but sometimes things go terribly wrong. Ride malfunctions, poorly maintained walkways, or other dangerous conditions can turn a family outing into an emergency room visit. The result can be serious injuries and large medical bills.
When the worst happens, you need to know your rights. The amusement park accident attorneys at The Dominguez Firm can help. We’ll identify who’s responsible and pursue the compensation you deserve. Call us today for a free consultation at 877-610-1818.
The risks are real. Right now, they’re playing out at Six Flags Magic Mountain, where lawsuits over a roller coaster called X2 allege multiple riders suffered severe brain injuries.
What Do the X2 Lawsuits at Six Flags Magic Mountain Allege?
Three riders filed lawsuits in September 2026 alleging they suffered severe brain injuries after riding X2, a roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA. Two of the plaintiffs were hospitalized with brain hemorrhages six days apart in July, after riding the coaster. According to his attorney, a third plaintiff underwent two brain surgeries and can no longer practice law because of his injuries.
The lawsuits name Six Flags and ride manufacturer S&S Worldwide as defendants. They allege problems with X2’s design and inadequate warnings about the risk of brain injury.
One lawsuit also claims the park kept operating the ride after learning of the first woman’s injury. These are claims that haven’t been decided by a court. Cal/OSHA’s amusement ride and tramway unit has opened an inspection into a reported X2 incident.
The cases raise a serious question about the ride injuries: did they result from a risk visitors could reasonably expect, or from a danger the park or manufacturer should have caught?
Who Can Be Held Liable for an Amusement Park Injury?
Liability depends on where and how you were injured. In some cases, more than one party shares responsibility. Possible defendants include:
- The park operator
- The company that designed or manufactured the ride, as the X2 lawsuits allege against S&S Worldwide
- A maintenance or inspection contractor
- A hotel operator, property owner, or pool operator, if the injury happened at a park-affiliated hotel
California courts recognized that roller coaster or similar ride operators have heightened responsibilities for passenger safety. That doesn’t mean the park is automatically liable whenever someone gets hurt. What matters is the actual cause of the injury and whether the responsible party acted reasonably.
How Do Amusement Park Accidents Happen?
Amusement park accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, including:
- Defective ride design or components, the central allegation in the X2 lawsuits
- Poor maintenance or inspection
- Operator error or inadequate training
- Missing or unclear safety warnings
- Unsafe loading and unloading procedures
- Slippery walkways or other property hazards
- Poorly managed crowds
- Inadequate security when a foreseeable threat goes unaddressed
A fight or crowd surge doesn’t automatically make the park liable. The real question is whether the people responsible for visitor safety took reasonable steps given the circumstances.
What Injuries Can Amusement Park Accidents Cause?
Amusement park accidents can cause:
- Broken bones
- Soft tissue injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Drowning
The National Safety Council (NSC) estimated 1,495 injuries on fixed-site amusement rides in the U.S. and Canada in 2024, including 652 tied to roller coasters. These are regional estimates, not counts specific to California parks. The report includes injuries requiring medical treatment beyond ordinary first aid, not just serious injuries.
Does Riding a Roller Coaster Mean I Accepted the Risk of Injury?
No, riding a roller coaster doesn’t mean you give up your right to sue if an unsafe ride or the park’s negligence causes your injury. The applying standard depends on the ride and the specific facts of your case.
The park or another defendant may argue that your own actions contributed to the accident. Even if you were partially at fault, California’s comparative fault rule means you can still sue for your amusement park accident injury. Your compensation would be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found 20% responsible, you could recover 80% of your damages.
An experienced amusement park accident attorney can review what happened and help you understand your legal options.
What Compensation Can I Seek After an Amusement Park Accident?
If another party is legally responsible for your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical care, rehabilitation, and future treatment
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- The loss of activities you can no longer enjoy
The amount and type of compensation available depends on the severity of your injuries, their lasting effects, and the strength of the evidence supporting your claim.
If you lost a loved one in an amusement park accident, eligible family members may be able to file a wrongful death claim. Depending on the circumstances, compensation may include:
- Lost financial support
- Funeral and burial expenses
- The value of household services the person provided
- Loss of companionship, care, and guidance
What Should I Do After an Injury at an Amusement Park?
If you’re injured at an amusement park, taking a few key steps can protect your health and strengthen a future claim:
- Get medical attention right away, especially if you hit your head, lost consciousness, or later developed new symptoms.
- Report what happened to the park and request a copy or reference number for its incident report.
- Hold onto your tickets, receipts, photos, and any messages from the park.
- Write down the ride name, the time it happened, and what you experienced.
- Get contact information from any eyewitnesses.
- Take photos of the accident scene if you’re able to.
How Can The Dominguez Firm Help?
The Dominguez Firm has been representing clients injured in all types of incidents, including amusement park accidents, since 1987. We’re a full-service personal injury law firm with our own in-house litigation attorneys ready to fight for you.
Our personal injury attorneys will investigate your accident, gather the evidence and records needed to support your claim, and pursue every party responsible for your injuries.
The call and the consultation are free, so call us at 877-610-1818 today.