Professional athletes understand that there is an inherent risk of injury when playing sports. It's a part of the game. But does the casual weekend ball-player or neighborhood scrimmage team also understand these risks?
In 2019, there were more than 3.7 million injuries from sports or recreational activities that required an emergency room visit, according to the National Safety Council.
Many of these injuries occur just outside the home on driveways or in backyards, which could spell trouble for homeowners if a sports injury happens on their property.
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Heather A. Turner
Heather A. Turner is the managing editor of ALM's NU Property & Casualty Group. She can be reached at [email protected].
