Three Lawsuits Allege Six Flags Roller Coaster Caused Severe Brain Injuries
New lawsuits claim the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain caused serious brain injuries. Victims include a woman who suffered a catastrophic injur...
POLICY WIRE — Valencia, California — Three new legal actions have been filed against Six Flags Magic Mountain, alleging that the X2 roller coaster caused severe brain injuries to riders.
The X2, which opened in 2002, is described as the world’s first ‘fourth dimensional’ roller coaster, featuring seats that rotate 360 degrees. The lawsuit claims the ride has had design flaws since its inception.
More than 100 individuals have reportedly retained the services of Dordick Law Corporation, which represents plaintiffs in the case. The firm alleges that the injuries were caused by the forces experienced on the ride, with one victim suffering a life-threatening brain injury after colliding with the headrest multiple times during the ride.
Pamela Guillen, one of the plaintiffs, said she was hospitalized after experiencing an intracranial hemorrhage following her ride on July 5. Medical records show part of her skull had to be removed to reduce pressure on her brain. She described the experience as leaving her in a medical emergency.
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A second lawsuit details the case of Naomi Greer-Wilkinson, who lost consciousness after riding the X2 and now requires a ventilator due to a minimally conscious state. A third lawsuit references the death of Christopher Hawley, a 22-year-old who died from head trauma sustained on the ride in 2022.
Attorney Christopher Bulone, speaking at a press conference, called for the ride to be removed from operation, stating, No ride like that should be allowed to exist. The lawsuit names Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, Magic Mountain, and S&S Worldwide, the original designer of the ride, among others.
Another plaintiff, Michael Wilk, reported cognitive difficulties after riding the X2 in February, including difficulty processing speech. He said he often misinterprets conversations unless they are spoken clearly and loudly.
Six Flags Magic Mountain confirmed the X2 remains closed as of July 12, citing the ongoing litigation. A spokesperson stated the company would not comment on pending legal matters.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
