A Woman Is Suing Disney Over Water Slide 'Wedgie' Incident That Left Her Injured: Husband Alleges Loss Of Wife's 'Care, Comfort And Support'
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A couple is suing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts (NYSE:DIS) over an injury sustained on a water slide at Typhoon Lagoon water park. The lawsuit alleges that the high-speed slide caused severe injuries to Emma McGuinness, requiring hospitalization and gynecological repairs. The couple is seeking over $50,000 in damages, accusing Disney Parks of failing to provide protective clothing or equipment, adequately warn about the slide’s risks, or maintain the slide to prevent riders from becoming airborne.
October 04, 2023 | 10:18 am
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Disney is facing a lawsuit over a water slide injury at one of its parks. The couple is seeking over $50,000 in damages, which could potentially impact Disney's financials if the lawsuit is successful.
The lawsuit, if successful, could result in a financial hit for Disney. Additionally, the negative publicity could potentially harm the company's reputation, which may indirectly affect its stock price.
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