$310M Awarded to Family of Teen in Fatal Theme Park Ride Incident
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A Florida jury has awarded $310 million to the family of Tyre Sampson, a 14-year-old who died after falling from a drop ride at an Orlando theme park in 2022. The jury found the ride's manufacturer, Funtime Handels GMBH, negligent for safety failures, as Tyre exceeded the ride's weight limit and there were no seat belts. The verdict follows a settlement with other defendants and has led to new safety regulations in Florida, including mandatory seat belts for tall rides.
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