Review Questions and Class Activities

What are the major legal concerns of the coach in terms of liability, negligence, assumption of risk, and torts?
What measures can a coach take to minimize the chances of litigation should an athlete be injured?
Invite an attorney who is familiar with sport litigation to class to discuss how you can protect yourself from a lawsuit.
Discuss how a coach provides reasonable and prudent care in dealing with an injured athlete.
Why is it necessary for an athlete to have both general health insurance and accident insurance?
Briefly discuss the various methods of third-party reimbursement.
Why should a coach carry individual liability insurance?
What are the critical considerations for filing insurance claims?

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