Legal Articles, Dispute Resolution
Waiver Precludes Hockey Player's Action for Amputated Leg
Blog post about a hockey player who was unable to sue the owners of an ice rink where he sustained serious injury because of the waiver he signed releasing them of liability.
Ski Instructor's Expertise Outweighs Plaintiff's Assumption of Risk
Blog post about the liability of a ski resort when an instructor collided with a customer.
Arena's Waiver Fails for Lack of Details and Specificity
Blog about how an express waiver of liability failed in court due to a lack of details and specificity.
Court Dismisses Negligence Claim for Physical Education Debacle
Blog post about a negligence claim against a school being dismissed due to improper pleadings.
Express Waiver Insulates Roller Rink from Negligence Claim
Blog about the liability of a roller rink regarding a negligence claim and the effectiveness of express waivers of liability.
Parent’s Not Responsible for Son’s Amusement Park Altercation
Blog about the liability of parents for an assault committed by their child.
Loss of Consortium Improperly Applied in Amusement Park Claim
Blog about Connecticut's refusal to extend the "loss of consortium" claim to wrongfully killed children.
Police Chief Not Responsible for Officers' Feud
Blog about a police chief that was not held responsible for the injuries of an officer under his command sustained in an altercation with another officer.
Woman Awarded $2 Million For Ex-Boyfriend's Unrequited Surveillance
Blog about a woman who was able to recover damages from a former boyfriend after it was discovered he had planted surveillance cameras and other equipment in and around her home.
Mother Not Entitled To Emotional Damages from Playground Mishap
Blog about a mother who was not able to collect damages for emotional distress after her child was injured on a playground.