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Darkbeer
11-18-2003, 01:59 AM
Court Takes Thrill Ride Safety Issue (http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-disney18nov18235631,1,4057455.story?coll=la-headlines-california) - Los Angeles Times, 11/18/03

QuikQuote: The California Supreme Court has agreed to review an appellate court ruling that would hold Disneyland to the same passenger safety requirements as operators of buses, trains, taxi cabs, escalators and ski lifts. Industry officials worry that such an interpretation would drive up ticket prices and take the fun out of thrill rides.
Industry officials said redefining amusement parks as common carriers could conflict with state regulations and could increase insurance costs, force the redesign of attractions, drive away customers and prevent ride manufacturers from doing business with California parks.