There are risks in just about any recreational activity. Before beginning any new activity, you should do an assessment of what are the known possible risk and hazards. This can be done by research, talking to experienced participates, and by acquiring an understanding of your goals and objectives. Determine if the activity is age appropriate,  what physical skills are required,  your level of knowledge and skill ability, physical fitness, what type of equipment is necessary, if the activity is supervised, the abilities of others participating, the emotional maturity of those participating, what emergency or first aid equipment is available, and determine if a telephone is available. Once you answer these basis questions, you can help minimize the risk of injury to you or your child. 

If you believe you, love one, or friend have suffered a recreational injury, you may have a valid injury claim and entitled to compensation. Recreational claims may involve complex legal, medical and technical issues. The following are a few important legal, factual and evidentiary matters that should be considered when evaluating a claim.

• What were the circumstances surrounding the accident?

• Was anyone in charge or supervising the activity?

• Was the activity age appropriate?

• Was the activity skill appropriate?

• Was the activity maturity appropriate?  

• Was the activity emotionally appropriate?

• Was proper equipment being used?

• Were children being properly supervised?

• Was the equipment or activity area defective or unsafe?

• Were there proper rules and were they being enforced?

• Did anyone engage in a violent activity or violate any laws?

• Did a doctor improperly authorize the activity?

• Was alcohol  or drugs involved?  

• What were the nature of all injuries?

• Did the accident involve a commercial business?

• Did the accident involve rental equipment?

It is important that an experienced legal team evaluate a recreational claim. Complex legal, factual, and evidentiary issues may be involved. If you, a friend, or loved have been injured in a recreational activity, you should take immediate steps to protect your or their interest. Do not compromise your rights by making statements to the press, insurance investigators, potential defendants, their representatives, and do not sign anything. Consider the suggestions in our accident guide, and call us immediately. We are here to help. At Larry King, P.C., we recognize the unique issues pertaining to your claim. You can call us at (757) 595-8100 seven days a week, 24 hours a day, everyday of the year. We also offer a free legal-infoline service, and you can now contact us on this web site by using the following Personal Injury Contact form. We are committed to doing the extra things it takes to help our clients.