Overview
- Derrick and Erick Burroughs, both 45, filed separate negligence suits in Orange County alleging a Dec. 25, 2025 abrupt stop on Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry caused lasting injuries.
- The complaints say the ride vehicle stopped suddenly, leaving them “thrusted erratically” in their seats and resulting in significant neck and back injuries.
- Each brother seeks more than $50,000 in damages and a jury trial, with claims that Universal failed to maintain the attraction in a reasonably safe condition or warn of hazards.
- Morgan & Morgan represents the twins and says the ride has experienced repeated malfunctions and hard stops since opening, citing guest reports shared online.
- Universal told USA TODAY it does not comment on pending litigation, and the allegations have not been proven, as the cases proceed early in the legal process alongside prior Epic Universe suits tied to the Stardust Racers coaster, including a settled wrongful-death claim.