Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

lawsuit

can a non profit be sued ( a sloop club) when they offer free boat launching, festivals, etc. by someone who slipped on the boat ramp - broke his leg and is now suing the club??


Asked on 8/16/07, 10:31 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Robert R. Groezinger GroezingerLaw P.C.

Re: lawsuit

Why not..if it did something negligent what difference does paying or not paying for anything make?

Good Luck

RRG

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Answered on 8/16/07, 7:56 pm
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: lawsuit

Both the club and marina can be sued for negligence.

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Answered on 8/16/07, 12:26 pm
Alani Golanski Alani Golanski, Esq.

Re: lawsuit

The fact that the entity which managed or owned the property is a nonprofit does not immunize the entity against liability. The nonprofit can be sued. A good legal defense would be beneficial. My office has expertise in this area.

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Answered on 8/16/07, 12:30 pm


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