Fall is just around the corner, which means many of us and our family members will soon be involved in school and recreational sports. Most of these sports present a risk of injury, sometimes serious.
Football injuries are, of course, very common. Other sports such as lacrosse, soccer, racquetball, and even track all present a risk of injury.
In addition, skiers and snowboarders will start hitting the slopes in the winter, creating opportunities for winter sports injuries, including collisions with other snow enthusiasts.
Sports injuries can be costly, both in terms of medical bills and income lost while convalescing. They are also often quite painful and debilitating.
But what happens if you’re injured because of the actions or conduct of another participant in the sport? Can you sue them? Are you entitled to any damages from them? (more…)