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Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

Boating Under the Influence: Statistics, Examples and Tips

Florida leads the nation in the number of recreational boats, with over 1 million registered in 2022 according to a report of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (“FWC”). And, according to the U.S. Coast...more

Segal McCambridge

What The Hookah?! Assumption of the Risk Doctrine Does Not Apply To Accident At Hookah Lounge

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In Gilliard v. Manhattan Nuvo LLC, New York’s Appellate Division, First Department held that the assumption of the risk doctrine did not extend to an accident at a birthday party at a hookah (a water pipe used to smoke...more

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Do I Have to Report a Boating Accident in Delaware?

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Boating accidents are unfortunately common in Delaware, particularly in the summer season when visitors come from across the state and the country to enjoy our waterways. In 2021, there were 17 reported boating accidents in...more

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Has plaintiff assumed the risk? Understanding the development of the primary assumption of risk defense and the ambiguity of...

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In its simplest form, a plaintiff who voluntarily participates in a sporting or recreational event is considered to have consented to those commonly-appreciated risks that are inherent in and arise from participating in the...more

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Secure Your Boat or the Damages She Causes Could Be Your Fault!

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The tenets of good seamanship and common sense dictate that your boat should never be unintentionally adrift. Unfortunately, Murphy’s Law applies equally on land and at sea. Whether caused by a mechanical failure, a broken...more

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Minnesota Skiers and Snowboarders Now Liable for Injuries on the Slopes; Are Other Sports Next?

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On January 23, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a decision that impacts the assumption of risk for skiers and snowboarders within recreational areas. Since the early 19th century, Minnesota has recognized a doctrine about...more

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Adventurer Beware! The Scope and Enforceability of Liability Waivers in North Carolina

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Summer is upon us. The great outdoors beckons. There are trails to hike and rivers to paddle. Summer travel is in full swing and summer camps have opened their gates. If you are fortunate enough to be embarking on...more

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The Law Related to Boating Accidents in North Carolina

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North Carolina's mild climate and natural beauty make it a great place for outdoor recreation. Its coastline, rivers, and lakes make water-related activities particularly popular. North Carolinians and tourists alike...more

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

May An Amusement, Golf Course or Recreational Facility be Held Negligent When Customers Are Harmed For Injuries Occurring Upon...

Negligence is the failure to use ordinary care. In order for a person to recover for a negligence claim, they must show...more

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