QUESTION
Can I sue someone who injured me during a soccer tryout
Asked on Dec 08th, 2012 on Personal Injury - Illinois
More details to this question:
I was trying out for soccer and I was dribbling, the opposing player came from behind me and kicked my knee resulting in me tearing my acl
1 ANSWER
You can file suit, however, the chances of prevailing are not good because by being a soccer player you consent to a certain level of contact and risk. This is known as assumption of risk. Unless the other player intentionally attempted to hurt you I think it will be a long shot.
Answered on Dec 09th, 2012 at 10:36 AM