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Torts In Sport
CASE STUDY R. V. Matthews (unreported, Magistrates Court (Vic) 1985) > D: Leigh Matthews P:Neville Bruns > D king hit P >D: suspended by VFL tribunal >8 weeks >D pleaded guilty to assault > D fined $1000 > Conviction record overturned after appeal
Contributory Negligence: when the plaintiff contributes to injuries sustained
Tort: a civil wrong other than a breach of contract which deals with negligent acts brought upon by negligence Duty Of Care: exists between two parties; player to player Volenti non fit injuria: voluntary assumption of risk Contributory Negligence: when the plaintiff contributes to injuries sustained
GUIDELINES AND GOVERNING BODIES > Civil Liability Act 2003 >Section 13 - voluntary assumption of risk >Disciplinary Tribunals > NRL Judiciary
David Kidwell and Willie Mason
ADMINISTRATORS & COACHES 1) Educate coaches on using words with caution which can't be misinterpreted 2) Keep the standards of the grounds in a suitable condition 3) Maintenance checks of facilities
