What is the “duty of care” in sports related negligence cases?

The “duty of care” in sports related negligence cases is a legal obligation that those in charge of a sport have to the participants. This duty of care is a reasonable expectation that those in charge of a sport will strive to keep participants safe and to act responsibly in order to protect them from unnecessary harm. In Washington, the duty of care for sports related negligence cases is outlined in the Washington State Supreme Court case of Johnson v. Arden-Mayfair, Inc. In this case, the court found that those in charge of a sport must “adequately and properly maintain the premises and equipment ... to guard against foreseeable and expected harmful occurrences.” This means that those in charge of a sport must do everything possible to ensure the safety of everyone participating in the sport. This includes properly maintaining the equipment, ensuring that the rules of the sport are followed, and providing proper supervision. If someone is injured as a result of a breach of this duty of care, the one responsible can be held liable for the injury.

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