ORLANDO, Fla. – Twin brothers sued Universal Orlando Resort on Friday alleging they suffered back and neck injuries when a Harry Potter ride at its new Epic Universe theme park malfunctioned.
Derrick Burrough of Tennessee and Erick Burrough of Georgia, who are being represented by the Morgan & Morgan law firm, are each seeking over $50,000 in damages from Universal, claiming they suffered injuries resulting in the “loss of ability to lead and enjoy a normal life,” according to separate lawsuits filed by the brothers.
The brothers were visiting Epic Universe with family on Christmas Day last year when they rode on the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry ride. A malfunction occurred while they were seated, causing the ride vehicle to abruptly stop, the lawsuits said…