Trial date set for lawsuit against maker of Orlando thrill ride teen died on

James Tutten

March 28, 2024 at 10:30 AM·1 min read

A trial date has been set for the lawsuit filed by the family of the boy who fell to his death from an Orlando thrill ride.

▶ WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS

Sunday marked two years since 14-year-old Tyre Sampson died while riding the Orlando Free Fall attraction at Icon Park.

Investigators found his seat had been modified to fit larger riders.

Read: Tyre Sampson Act for amusement ride safety signed into law

Tyre’s family is suing the ride maker.

That trial is set to begin on January 21 of next year.

Watch: Crane arrives to tear down Orlando FreeFall nearly 1 year after teen’s death on ride

Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Engadget
Google asks court to reject the DOJ’s lawsuit that accuses it of monopolizing ad tech
Google filed a motion on Friday in a Virginia federal court seeking summary judgment for the Department of Justice's antitrust case against it. The DOJ sued Google at the beginning of 2023 for alleged monopolistic practices.
5h ago
Yahoo Sports
NBA playoffs: Cavs score only 29 second-half points in Game 4 vs. Magic, losing 112–89
Poor shooting plagued the Cleveland Cavaliers in a 112–89 loss to the Orlando Magic in Game 4 of their first-round NBA playoff series.
4h ago
Yahoo Sports
Mike Tomlin says Russell Wilson has lead for QB spot but Justin Fields will compete
Mike Tomlin said Russell Wilson is currently the Steelers' QB1.
2h ago
TechCrunch
TikTok faces a ban in the US, Tesla profits drop and healthcare data leaks
TikTok's fate in the U.S. looks uncertain after President Joe Biden signed a bill that included a deadline for ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, to divest itself of TikTok within nine months or face a ban on distributing it in the U.S. Ivan writes about how the impact of TikTok bans in other countries could signal what’s to come stateside. California drones grounded: In more Amazon news, the tech giant confirmed that it's ending Prime Air drone delivery operations in Lockeford, California.
3h ago
Autoblog
Ford Ranger vs Chevy Colorado: 2024 Comparison
Expert advice comparing the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2024 Ford Ranger's power, towing, mpg, safety, price and specs, including the Raptor and ZR2.
3h ago
TechCrunch
Will a TikTok ban impact creator economy startups? Not really, founders say
President Joe Biden signed a bill on Wednesday that could ban TikTok – for real this time. “I think two years ago, this would have been devastating,” Karat Financial co-founder and co-CEO Eric Wei told TechCrunch.
3h ago
Yahoo Sports
NFL Draft: Florida State QB Jordan Travis, who broke his leg late last season, picked by Jets
Jordan Travis was a fifth-round pick and a good value for the Jets.
4h ago
Yahoo Sports
Chelsea and incoming USWNT coach Emma Hayes 'robbed' by 'worst decision in women's Champions League history'
Chelsea's loss to Barcelona in the Women's Champions League semifinals came with one positive side effect, from an American perspective: Emma Hayes will take the USWNT head coaching job a week sooner.
4h ago
Yahoo Life Shopping
Shoppers in their 50s and 60s gush about this No. 1 bestselling moisturizer with sunscreen and it’s just $15
When the sun's out, this is the cream that over 62,000 rave reviewers reach for.
4h ago
Yahoo News
Kristi Noem says she shot and killed her dog. What to know about the South Dakota governor's recent controversy.
The controversial politician revealed in her new book that she killed her dog.
6h ago
Yahoo News
Photos: Tornadoes rip through Nebraska and Iowa, destroying homes and causing severe damage
Tornadoes tore through the Midwest this week.
7h ago
Yahoo Sports
NFL Draft: Bears take Iowa punter, who immediately receives funny text from Caleb Williams
There haven't been many punters drafted in the fourth round or higher like Tory Taylor just was. Chicago's No. 1 overall pick welcomed him in unique fashion.
6h ago
Yahoo Life Shopping
'Covers my belly': This flirty and flattering spring top is down to $23
Amazon shoppers say the flowy number elicits 'so many compliments.'
8h ago
Yahoo Life Shopping
This ultra-flattering maxi dress is down to $30: 'Falls perfectly around my curves'
This flowy frock also has pockets and can be worn for a day out, to dinner and more.
8h ago
Yahoo Sports
How the 76ers are making life difficult for Jalen Brunson … and how the Knicks are adjusting
Brunson got it going in Game 3 after struggling in the first two contests of the series, but the chess match is just beginning.
8h ago
Yahoo Sports
Payton Wilson, Steelers' 3rd-round pick, reportedly slid due to lack of ACL in knee
Wilson won both the Bednarik and Butkus awards at NC State last season.
9h ago
TechCrunch
A wrestling match over who should control robotaxis is playing out in California
Cities around the country have long been crying out for more control over how autonomous vehicles are deployed on their streets. In California, they might finally get their wish. The bill, which passed the Senate Transportation Committee this week, is one of several laws that have been introduced in California this year dedicated to putting guardrails on the pioneer technology.
10h ago
Yahoo Finance
Resumes have changed. Here's what job seekers need to know.
Over the last five years, the workplace has changed, and along with it, the way job seekers should write resumes.
10h ago
Yahoo Life Shopping
The spring top shoppers say can 'help hide any figure flaws' is on sale for just $27 — that's nearly 50% off
Drapey and flattering, more than 3,000 reviewers rave about this blouse.
11h ago
Engadget
I played Fire Emblem Engage on easy mode, and it got me back into gaming
"Sure, winning battles and matches in more difficult modes will feel more rewarding, but not every gaming experience has to be a challenge."
12h ago

News

Life

Entertainment

Finance

Sports

New on Yahoo

Trial date set for lawsuit against maker of Orlando thrill ride teen died on

▶ WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS

Recommended Stories

Google asks court to reject the DOJ’s lawsuit that accuses it of monopolizing ad tech

NBA playoffs: Cavs score only 29 second-half points in Game 4 vs. Magic, losing 112–89

Mike Tomlin says Russell Wilson has lead for QB spot but Justin Fields will compete

TikTok faces a ban in the US, Tesla profits drop and healthcare data leaks

Ford Ranger vs Chevy Colorado: 2024 Comparison

Will a TikTok ban impact creator economy startups? Not really, founders say

NFL Draft: Florida State QB Jordan Travis, who broke his leg late last season, picked by Jets

Chelsea and incoming USWNT coach Emma Hayes 'robbed' by 'worst decision in women's Champions League history'

Shoppers in their 50s and 60s gush about this No. 1 bestselling moisturizer with sunscreen and it’s just $15

Kristi Noem says she shot and killed her dog. What to know about the South Dakota governor's recent controversy.

Photos: Tornadoes rip through Nebraska and Iowa, destroying homes and causing severe damage

NFL Draft: Bears take Iowa punter, who immediately receives funny text from Caleb Williams

'Covers my belly': This flirty and flattering spring top is down to $23

This ultra-flattering maxi dress is down to $30: 'Falls perfectly around my curves'

How the 76ers are making life difficult for Jalen Brunson … and how the Knicks are adjusting

Payton Wilson, Steelers' 3rd-round pick, reportedly slid due to lack of ACL in knee

A wrestling match over who should control robotaxis is playing out in California

Resumes have changed. Here's what job seekers need to know.

The spring top shoppers say can 'help hide any figure flaws' is on sale for just $27 — that's nearly 50% off

I played Fire Emblem Engage on easy mode, and it got me back into gaming