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Journal article
The Legal Implications of Obstacle Racing and Suggested Risk Management Strategies
Journal of legal aspects of sport, Vol.24(2), pp.78-95
08/01/2014
Abstract
This article applies legal theory, case law, and suggested risk management strategies to obstacle events and racing. The history, popularity, and exponential growth of the obstacle racing industry are explored. Trends in the obstacle racing industry are also examined and legal implications that may followthe trends are discussed. Case law, in a variety of scenarios, is used to explain and apply assumption of risk and duty of care to obstacle racing events. Finally, suggested risk management strategies for race organizers are recommended. Course design, medical staffing, waivers, and proper staff training are all discussed.
Details
- Title
- The Legal Implications of Obstacle Racing and Suggested Risk Management Strategies
- Publication Details
- Journal of legal aspects of sport, Vol.24(2), pp.78-95
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publisher
- Sports and Recreation Law Association; United States
- Copyright
- © 2014 Sport and Recreation Law Association
- Identifiers
- 99380465697206600
- Academic Unit
- Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business; Commerce
- Language
- English