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Mother Sues Disney for $2M Over Typhoon Lagoon Injury

5/4/2025

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A New York woman, Kimberly Panetta, is taking Disney to court for $2 million after a harrowing incident at Typhoon Lagoon in April 2022. While waiting for her daughter, a massive wave crashed into her, leaving her with painful scrapes and lasting scars. Panetta argues that Disney's negligence in safety measures allowed this dangerous situation to occur.

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A New York woman, Kimberly Panetta, is taking Disney to court for $2 million after a harrowing incident at Typhoon Lagoon in April 2022. While waiting for her daughter, a massive wave crashed into her, leaving her with painful scrapes and lasting scars. Panetta argues that Disney's negligence in safety measures allowed this dangerous situation to occur.