Let me say this I think both parties bear some Responsibility. I see people walk in front of scooters cross their paths stopped dead in front of them And don’t give it a second thought. The scooters do not step on a dime. They take a moment. So if you step in front of one and stop you may get hit! I do not however see how this is Disney’s fault, people need to be more aware of each other!
Let’s face it…she’s suing Disney because that’s where the money is. I would bet, there is fault on both sides, the scooter driver and the “victim”. I would be interested in knowing which scooter was being used. Was it one of the bulky park models or one rented from an outside company? The park models are cumbersome to steer and heavy enough to do damage but the outside rentals, if not kept speed closer to turtle, can get away from novice drivers, especially when the crowds around the scooter aren’t paying attention
First, might I suggest using a different picture, as the picture implies that it was a Gold Mobility Scooter, which we have no idea if it was or was not. You should use one of the official Disney Rental scooters.
Secondly, Disney has no control over what people do with their wheelchairs/strollers/etc. I have been the victim of being rammed into by strollers on many occasions back when the Disney rentals had metal grates at the bottom that chewed up your ankles and that was just standing waiting for a parade (in a legitimate viewing area), but you don’t see me suing Disney over it, why? Because I know they aren’t the ones that did it, it was guests that weren’t paying attention.
Additionally, there are protections for Disney (and any company) due to ADA laws that require access, so from that standpoint this lawsuit is likely to fail.
Now, the part of not attending to the injuries or least providing medical response to the scene may be legitimate and there is an argument to be had there.
I agree with all the above comments. I have seen scooter drivers expect walkers to yield to their reckless driving, and I’ve seen pedestrians push, shove, and force their way in front of scooters. Now, as to the not being attended to…my guess is that she wasn’t attended to “immediately.” It takes time to call the paramedics to arrive from Reedy Creek; time for a cast member to leave “stage” and run off to find an icepack; time to move gaping guests aside to make way for the injured party; time to find a place for her to sit while she waits for assistance. Yeah, this woman smells money. I hope she can afford all the lawyer’s fees when she probably loses the suit.
As a person who has used a scooter in the park for several years now, it is a two way street. Just last night, my wife and I were trying to leave the park but the crowds were out of control. We attempt to stay to the far right — but as you can imagine, that doesn’t work well. People in other scooters are passing people. People are shoving other people into scooter and strollers.
They claim the park “letting the popular electric scooters get too close to Guests” um unless they provide either a separate line or pathways for scooters it is both the driver of the scooter and others to pay attention. I use a scooter due to mobility issues, I keep my speed down but I am always have to try and stop on a dime because I can’t count the number of times I get walked in front of or have them stop right in front of me. If I say some I get the stink eye like its my fault that I almost hit them. The other issues is another story. This could be dangerous precedent if they rule in her favor for the scooter not at just this park but all parks.
So it’s the parks fault? Not the scooter driver? She most likely realized their is no money as it was her fault stepping in front of the scooter. So it is the fault of the park by packing them so close.
I had to use a scooter when I visited Disney. They are nothing like the photo in the article. I was horrified that people would constantly step in front of me with no regard. It’s impossible to stop when someone decides to step in front of you and just stand there. I nearly crashed the scooter into a bush because a small child ran directly in front. I wonder if the “victim” was simply standing there, or stepped out without looking. She’s not going to get anything from Disney. They aren’t responsible. If anyone, it’s the driver, and that’s debatable till it’s known if she walked in front of the him/her.
Personally, with all that has been going on with Disney Parks lately, time to shut it all down! The prices have gone up so much, its not a happy place anymore, rides shut down, too overcrowded, the wait in line tends to be 2 to 3 hrs, cant do all the attractions in a day and lastly leave the park very unhappy and kids extremely cranky and tired.
How can you assume the “victim” shares half the blame when you don’t know exactly what happened? Why were scooters and pedestrians allowed to enter a small space at the same time? Disney should have more order to prevent situations like this from happening. I personally know the “victim”. She was standing waiting for people to be seated when she was hit from behind out of no where… She was standing with her family while holding her 8 month old son. They both fell! Thankfully the baby wasn’t injured as well! There should be a separate entrance in all shows for people in wheelchairs/scooters.. just like on the Frozen ever after show in HS… It’s dangerous to allow pedestrians and scooter users to enter a DARK tightly packed theater at the same time! Something has to change!
It all comes down to situational awareness. Since people weren’t there they assume the situation. But you cannot expect Disney to be responsible for someone on a scooter. You have no idea where they rented the scooter from (the park or outside). And although yes, having a separate line would be ideal, that’s not what happens in most cases. Unfortunately it’s not a case that will end up going anywhere (based on case history with similar cases). As someone that does medical at special events, calling for medical and the response take time, it is never immediate, because of where the bases of operations are vs the ground needing to be covered and the number of people currently in the parks. It’s not easy to maneuver around everyone, especially when they literally do not hear you say to move (they are paying attention to their phones or family, and not listening for anything else).
Glad that the toddler was not injured and hope she heals well.
What people don’t realize is that scooters don’t have brakes. They only stop when you release the handle that engages the forward or backward movement.
Walkers and scooters simply do not mix well. I’ve used a scooter when I’ve been injured and people just don’t pay any attention. However, my MIL was RUN OVER by a scooter whose rider then blamed her (we were walking at an even pace along with the crowd). He had a friend walking along with him (not in front) yelling “scooter coming through” and he thought he didn’t have to pay attention because everyone would hear his friend and just let him go by. In crowds. In Magic Kingdom. With all the noise and bustle. DH nearly came to blows with him.
Comments for Disney Slammed With Lawsuit After Guest Suffers Multiple Injuries From Scooter
Nancy
Let me say this I think both parties bear some Responsibility. I see people walk in front of scooters cross their paths stopped dead in front of them And don’t give it a second thought. The scooters do not step on a dime. They take a moment. So if you step in front of one and stop you may get hit! I do not however see how this is Disney’s fault, people need to be more aware of each other!
GracieG
How can BOTH parties bear responsibility if they were standing in line and she was hit from behind? Makes no sense?
Debbie
Let’s face it…she’s suing Disney because that’s where the money is. I would bet, there is fault on both sides, the scooter driver and the “victim”. I would be interested in knowing which scooter was being used. Was it one of the bulky park models or one rented from an outside company? The park models are cumbersome to steer and heavy enough to do damage but the outside rentals, if not kept speed closer to turtle, can get away from novice drivers, especially when the crowds around the scooter aren’t paying attention
Chris
First, might I suggest using a different picture, as the picture implies that it was a Gold Mobility Scooter, which we have no idea if it was or was not. You should use one of the official Disney Rental scooters.
Secondly, Disney has no control over what people do with their wheelchairs/strollers/etc. I have been the victim of being rammed into by strollers on many occasions back when the Disney rentals had metal grates at the bottom that chewed up your ankles and that was just standing waiting for a parade (in a legitimate viewing area), but you don’t see me suing Disney over it, why? Because I know they aren’t the ones that did it, it was guests that weren’t paying attention.
Additionally, there are protections for Disney (and any company) due to ADA laws that require access, so from that standpoint this lawsuit is likely to fail.
Now, the part of not attending to the injuries or least providing medical response to the scene may be legitimate and there is an argument to be had there.
B. Dwyer
I agree with all the above comments. I have seen scooter drivers expect walkers to yield to their reckless driving, and I’ve seen pedestrians push, shove, and force their way in front of scooters. Now, as to the not being attended to…my guess is that she wasn’t attended to “immediately.” It takes time to call the paramedics to arrive from Reedy Creek; time for a cast member to leave “stage” and run off to find an icepack; time to move gaping guests aside to make way for the injured party; time to find a place for her to sit while she waits for assistance. Yeah, this woman smells money. I hope she can afford all the lawyer’s fees when she probably loses the suit.
Terry
As a person who has used a scooter in the park for several years now, it is a two way street. Just last night, my wife and I were trying to leave the park but the crowds were out of control. We attempt to stay to the far right — but as you can imagine, that doesn’t work well. People in other scooters are passing people. People are shoving other people into scooter and strollers.
People walk like they drive —- very aggressive
Stacey Langley
They claim the park “letting the popular electric scooters get too close to Guests” um unless they provide either a separate line or pathways for scooters it is both the driver of the scooter and others to pay attention. I use a scooter due to mobility issues, I keep my speed down but I am always have to try and stop on a dime because I can’t count the number of times I get walked in front of or have them stop right in front of me. If I say some I get the stink eye like its my fault that I almost hit them. The other issues is another story. This could be dangerous precedent if they rule in her favor for the scooter not at just this park but all parks.
Terry
So it’s the parks fault? Not the scooter driver? She most likely realized their is no money as it was her fault stepping in front of the scooter. So it is the fault of the park by packing them so close.
skc
I had to use a scooter when I visited Disney. They are nothing like the photo in the article. I was horrified that people would constantly step in front of me with no regard. It’s impossible to stop when someone decides to step in front of you and just stand there. I nearly crashed the scooter into a bush because a small child ran directly in front. I wonder if the “victim” was simply standing there, or stepped out without looking. She’s not going to get anything from Disney. They aren’t responsible. If anyone, it’s the driver, and that’s debatable till it’s known if she walked in front of the him/her.
Glenda
Personally, with all that has been going on with Disney Parks lately, time to shut it all down! The prices have gone up so much, its not a happy place anymore, rides shut down, too overcrowded, the wait in line tends to be 2 to 3 hrs, cant do all the attractions in a day and lastly leave the park very unhappy and kids extremely cranky and tired.
GracieG
How can you assume the “victim” shares half the blame when you don’t know exactly what happened? Why were scooters and pedestrians allowed to enter a small space at the same time? Disney should have more order to prevent situations like this from happening. I personally know the “victim”. She was standing waiting for people to be seated when she was hit from behind out of no where… She was standing with her family while holding her 8 month old son. They both fell! Thankfully the baby wasn’t injured as well! There should be a separate entrance in all shows for people in wheelchairs/scooters.. just like on the Frozen ever after show in HS… It’s dangerous to allow pedestrians and scooter users to enter a DARK tightly packed theater at the same time! Something has to change!
Dawn
It all comes down to situational awareness. Since people weren’t there they assume the situation. But you cannot expect Disney to be responsible for someone on a scooter. You have no idea where they rented the scooter from (the park or outside). And although yes, having a separate line would be ideal, that’s not what happens in most cases. Unfortunately it’s not a case that will end up going anywhere (based on case history with similar cases). As someone that does medical at special events, calling for medical and the response take time, it is never immediate, because of where the bases of operations are vs the ground needing to be covered and the number of people currently in the parks. It’s not easy to maneuver around everyone, especially when they literally do not hear you say to move (they are paying attention to their phones or family, and not listening for anything else).
Glad that the toddler was not injured and hope she heals well.
Janice
What people don’t realize is that scooters don’t have brakes. They only stop when you release the handle that engages the forward or backward movement.
Ethan
I agree Janice. Thanks for the helpful insighters opinion! Also, you still owe me 20 bucks in medical fees…. next time use the brake
-Regards
Ethan
E-ticket-lizabeth
Walkers and scooters simply do not mix well. I’ve used a scooter when I’ve been injured and people just don’t pay any attention. However, my MIL was RUN OVER by a scooter whose rider then blamed her (we were walking at an even pace along with the crowd). He had a friend walking along with him (not in front) yelling “scooter coming through” and he thought he didn’t have to pay attention because everyone would hear his friend and just let him go by. In crowds. In Magic Kingdom. With all the noise and bustle. DH nearly came to blows with him.
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