By Doyice Cotten
Patricia Washington was injured in a “boot-camp” group fitness class taught by Alisson Rosales (Washington v. Rosales, 2020). The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of the defendant, Rosales based on the waiver of liability signed by Washington.
Here is new information on the terrific new text for fitness managers and exercise professionals. I have reviewed the book and found it to be broad and accurate — a rare thing in books these days. Now Dr Eickhoff-Shemek is announcing supplementary training available to aid fitness managers and exercise professionals.
Things That Get Exercise Professionals into Trouble!
Exercise professionals sometimes find themselves in legal trouble when they attempt to do things they are not qualified or licensed to do. Following the advice of Dr Eickhoff-Shemek can help exercise professionals stay in the gym and out of the courtroom.
I want to take this opportunity to make horse owners and all involved in equine-related businesses aware of a terrific new book available from Julie Fershtman, a leading authority in equine law.
The book examines many legal issues related to equine law. Read More
By Doyice Cotten
Please note that I erroneously reported that the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned the Superior Court decision (Valentino v. Philadelphia Triathlon, LLC, 2019) enforcing the waiver signed by the deceased. The court,
By Edgaras Abraxinsas
Taking part in sports is a recommended way of feeling fitter and healthier. Yet, not every type of sport is going to give you the same benefits.
In fact, there are some sports out there are considered to be incredibly dangerous for your health.
By Doyice Cotten
Jade Kindermann was carrying her 22-month old son when she tripped over uneven pavement in the parking lot of the Lifetime Fitness Center (LTF Club Operations Company). Jade was unhurt, but her son suffered serious injuries when she landed on him. Read More
By Doyice Cotten
In 2016, Michelle Kalinkina, a professional model agreed to have a public haircut and styling demonstration. During the haircut, the stylist cut Kalinkina’s neck causing physical injury and scarring. She subsequently sued for damages alleging negligence and gross negligence (Kalinkina v.
By Doyice Cotten
The BIGGEST change in Waivers & Releases of Liability (9th ed.) is the way in which states are classified according to the waiver law in the state. In the last few editions, each state was classified as Lenient,
It is easy to find mistakes made by personal trainers. As their popularity increases, so do the lawsuits that pop up charging them with negligence. In a recent New York case (Baldi-Perry v.
