Premises LiabilityWrongful DeathTexas Giant roller coaster operation on hold after rider’s death

August 1, 2013by Aaron Allison

The fate of a woman who visited one of Texas’s well known family amusement parks ended in a tragedy. Her sudden death in the Texas Six Flags rollercoaster accident caught the attention of many Austin and Travis residents and those across the U.S. The amusement park boasts of the Texas Giant, but sadly, that rollercoaster was the one involved in the fatal accident. The operation of the rollercoaster is under suspension until all investigations surrounding the death of the 52-year-old woman have been settled and certified by a qualified inspector.

At this time, Six Flags is conducting an independent investigation, which is following the investigation of local authorities. The police discovered no foul play and are preparing the death investigation report. A spokesperson expressed the company’s commitment to finding the cause of the accident and reporting on the progress of their findings. The death of the victim was confirmed but it is unclear how it happened.

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Aaron Allison, a second-generation personal injury lawyer from Austin, follows in the footsteps of his father, who founded their firm in 1978. Admitted to practice by the Texas Supreme Court, the Federal Court for the Western District of Texas, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court, Aaron brings extensive legal expertise to his clients.

Specializing in personal injury cases, Aaron offers a distinct advantage for Texas workers injured on the job. With Texas workers' compensation laws leading many attorneys to avoid these cases, Aaron is one of only 40 lawyers among 95,000 in Texas who represent injured workers in straight workers' compensation cases. His firm continues to provide dedicated support for those suffering catastrophic work injuries, maintaining a proud tradition of advocacy spanning decades.