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ARTICLE · 30 JUNE 2022

Public liability claims for sporting activities

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This High Court case is a reminder of the law of negligence for people in sports and other risky recreational activities.

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In 2022, the High Court allowed Commonwealth Games silver medalist, Emily Tapp, to appeal previous court judgments in relation to her public liability claim for injuries sustained during an organised sporting event. The High Court awarded her $6.75 million in compensation.

Despite her incredible achievements as an elite athlete, this win in the High Court may yet prove even more important for aspiring athletes and those responsible for duty of care and athlete safety during sporting activities.

You can read the High Court Judgement here: Tapp v Australian Bushmen's Campdraft & Rodeo Association Ltd [2022] HCA 11

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At the age of just 19, Emily was an experienced horse rider.

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