Injuries from Parasailing
With millions of people taking part in parasailing activities each year, accidents are inevitable. While in the air the parasailer has very little control over the parachute, and no control over the motor vehicle launching the parasailer into the air. Many tourists who parasail do not verify whether the operator of the vehicle has experience in this activity and whether proper safety precautions are followed. Additionally, parasailing activities are often not regulated by laws, rules, or regulations that establish clear safety rules and standards for parasailing companies and participants to comply with.
Accordingly, injuries are sustained each year from parasailing accidents. Some examples of situations that can go wrong during a parasailing adventure which can cause a parasailing accident may include, but is not limited to: failure of the harness, parachute, or winch to work properly during parasailing, negligent operation of the vehicle towing the parasailer, or collision with another vessel in the waters. These accidents can cause serious injuries to a parasailer such as broken bones, paralysis, brain injuries, or even death.
