$310 Million Verdict for Family in Orlando Ride Tragedy: Hold on Safety After Teen’s Fatal Fall
Orange County, Fla. — A jury in Orange County awarded $310 million to the parents of a 14-year-old boy who died after falling from a ride in Orlando, marking a significant verdict in a case highlighting issues of public safety and corporate negligence. The decision came swiftly Thursday evening, following a trial that began the same day with jury selection. Tyre Sampson died in March 2022 after he fell from the Orlando FreeFall ride, which he was permitted to board despite being over the weight limit. His tragic death prompted a lawsuit by his parents, … Read more