Category Archives: Event liability

Dodgers file suit against Stow attackers seeking contributory negligence findings

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Dodgers have filed a suit seeking a finding of contributory negligence relating to the attack against Brian Stow. An attorney representing the Dodgers and owner Frank McCourt filed a civil complaint against the two men charged in the Opening … finish reading Dodgers file suit against Stow attackers seeking contributory negligence findings

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Who has liability for falling billboard

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

So who has liability for a billboard that falls and injures a participant in a race?  Tough question to answer.  Crazy situation. (AP)  Belgian cyclist Yannick Eijssen has been forced out of the Tour of Beijing after an accident apparently caused … finish reading Who has liability for falling billboard

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Another fall at Arlington ballpark; Is there a design flaw?

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It seems too coincidental that there have been so many incidents this season at the ballpark at Arlington.  You have to wonder if something is designed poorly because there were also a few near misses in addition to the actual … finish reading Another fall at Arlington ballpark; Is there a design flaw?

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Giants fan Stow’s family suing Dodgers over attack

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The brutal beating sustained by Bryan Stow has finally resulted in the long awaited lawsuit.  According the ESPNLosAngeles.com report: The suit seeks unspecified damages to cover Stow’s future medical care and as compensation for the economic damages to Stow and … finish reading Giants fan Stow’s family suing Dodgers over attack

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Lawsuit filed over boys death at Staples Center

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  A lawsuit was filed Tuesday on behalf of the family of a 2-year-old boy who plunged to his death from a skybox after a Los Angeles Lakers game in November, alleging there are unsafe conditions at Staples Center that must … finish reading Lawsuit filed over boys death at Staples Center

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Fan seriously injured in Coors Field fall

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)   Police say a 27-year-old man was critically injured when he fell from a stairwell leading to the center field seats at Coors Field during the opener of a doubleheader Tuesday. Police spokesman Sonny Jackson said the man was hospitalized in … finish reading Fan seriously injured in Coors Field fall

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Mass. hockey team ill after Zamboni nitrous dioxide poisoning

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Nearly two dozen members of a Massachusetts college hockey team have fallen ill after a suspected case of nitrous dioxide poisoning at a Rhode Island rink according to an AP Report. A spokesman at Milton Hospital in Massachusetts says the … finish reading Mass. hockey team ill after Zamboni nitrous dioxide poisoning

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Falling ice injures those around stadium

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The ice conditions in Dallas are not a normal weather condition and obviously the melting ice problems that are routinely dealt with in the midwest are not quite as common in Texas. As a result, several people were injured at … finish reading Falling ice injures those around stadium

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Bleachers collapse at New Mexico’s Pit

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

  Seven rows of bench seating at The Pit collapsed during New Mexico’s 86-77 win over No. 9 BYU on Saturday but no injuries were reported. The broken benches were located near the arena floor in the student section, where … finish reading Bleachers collapse at New Mexico’s Pit

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Fan death at Soldier Field ruled an accident

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

According to the Chicago Tribune, a 23-year-old man died from multiple injuries after he fell from a ledge at Soldier Field during Sunday’s game between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles. Stuart Haverty, of Woodstock, Ill., was pronounced dead after 5 … finish reading Fan death at Soldier Field ruled an accident

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Toddler dies after fall at Staples Center

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Kids love being at sporting events.  So it is incredibly sad when a child dies from a fall rather than having a great first memory at a sporting event.  A child taking pictures died after falling 50 feet from a … finish reading Toddler dies after fall at Staples Center

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Safety precautions at Wrigley Field

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Roy Kessel

With both teams worrying about the tight room in the end zone, it is interesting to see how many people got involved with the process. According to the ESPN Report, Jim Phillips, Northwestern’s Athletic Director said: “I know both staffs … finish reading Safety precautions at Wrigley Field

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No “El” to Wrigley for Wildcats

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Northwestern Football wanted to take the “El” to Wrigley Field for Saturday’s game against Illinois.  Unfortunately, due to the logistics that wont occur.   Read “logistics” as the fact that the lawyers for the CTA and Northwestern were not able to … finish reading No “El” to Wrigley for Wildcats

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US Swimmer dies in race in UAE

Posted on October 23, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Fran Crippen, a US National Swim team member dies in an open water race in the United Arab Emirates.   Crippen had complained to his coach in the late stages of the race.    The 10 kilometer race was conducted in water … finish reading US Swimmer dies in race in UAE

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Soccer stampede in Kenya: 7 dead

Posted on October 23, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Seven fans died in a stampede as they tried to enter a soccer stadium for a match between two of Kenya’s most popular teams.   The AP Report said that six people died after being run over by the crowd outside … finish reading Soccer stampede in Kenya: 7 dead

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Magic-Heat game cancelled

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Roy Kessel

A wet and slippery court forced the postponement of Friday’s game between the Heat and the Magic.    The cause?  An improper cleaning solution was applied to the court by a group that had borrowed the court for another event.  The … finish reading Magic-Heat game cancelled

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