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Rider Maimed by Duck on Roller Coaster at SeaWorld Orlando, Lawsuit Says
Martin alleges SeaWorld's negligence created a high-risk 'zone of danger' for bird strikes on the Mako coaster, seeking $50,000 for permanent injuries and related damages.
- On Oct. 27, 2025, Hillary R. Martin filed a complaint in Orange County seeking at least $50,000 in damages and a jury trial against SeaWorld Orlando.
- During a March 24 ride, the suit alleges a duck flew into the roller coaster's path, striking the rider's face and knocking Martin unconscious.
- The complaint says the park created a 'zone of danger' by operating the Mako roller coaster near water within waterfowl territory, with speeds up to 73 mph and height 200 feet increasing collision risk.
- Martin alleges she suffered permanent injuries and disfigurement, incurred hospital and medical expenses, lost wages, and faces continuing future suffering, the complaint alleges.
- The incident was not reported to Florida regulators and was omitted from the park's quarterly injury report covering 24-hour hospital stays; Mako has faced prior lawsuits over flying objects, and SeaWorld Orlando declined to comment on pending litigation.
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Court Date Set for Lawsuit Involving Woman Hit by Bird on Roller Coaster
A lawsuit that began with one of the strangest incidents ever reported at a Florida theme park has officially moved forward — and a trial date has now been set. An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld Orlando after what her attorneys describe as a freak accident involving wildlife and one of the park’s fastest roller coasters. According to a civil complaint filed in Orange County Circuit Court, Hillary R. Martin claims she was struck in the fac…
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