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Five New Lawsuits Filed Over Epic Universe’s Stardust Racers, All Brought by Same Attorney
Five new lawsuits have been filed against Universal Orlando Resort and coaster manufacturer Mack Rides, all tied to alleged injuries on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, and notably all filed by the same personal injury attorney. According to reports from WESH 2, attorney Nicholas Spetsas represents every plaintiff involved in the newly filed cases, each alleging that violent head movement during the ride caused serious and lasting injuries.
The lawsuits claim riders experienced repeated and forceful head shaking due to what the filings describe as inadequate restraint of the head, neck, and spine. Alleged injuries listed across the cases include severe neck pain, paralysis, long-term disability, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life. While the claims vary by plaintiff, the core allegations and language in each filing are largely similar, further highlighting that all cases stem from the same legal strategy and attorney representation.
Stardust Racers, like other high-intensity thrill coasters, includes posted safety warnings advising guests of the ride’s aggressive forces and cautioning individuals with neck, back, or spine conditions not to ride. Universal has previously emphasized that riders are informed of these risks before boarding and that the attraction meets industry safety standards. In a prior high-profile incident involving the death of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, Universal settled with the family while maintaining that the coaster functioned properly, a conclusion supported by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, which found no negligence.
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Universal and Mack Rides have not yet commented on the latest lawsuits. Mack Rides’ CEO previously stated that safety is the company’s top priority, noting that their attractions operate with human riders for long daily hours worldwide. Attorney Spetsas has said he expects additional lawsuits to follow, suggesting this may not be the end of legal challenges surrounding Epic Universe’s marquee coaster.
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