Overview

• A malfunction on the AtmosFEAR ride left 28 riders hanging upside down for 25 minutes.
• The first lawsuit, filed by a rider's mother, alleges negligence in maintaining and operating the ride.
• The plaintiff seeks up to $125,000 for physical and emotional damages.
• Oaks Park's response has been criticized as inadequate by affected families.
• The incident has drawn international media attention and more lawsuits are expected.