Reb Gregg Outdoor Liability Law: Writings

Writings

Why you need competent legal counsel in your business planning.

How do I run a good program without being sued?

What do you do about a report from field staff which characterizes an activity, environment or person as negligent or dangerous?

•A Staffing Issue

What is the toughest issue facing your program? Adequate staffing.

•Breach of Contract and Misrepresentations

A claim of "breach of contract" is a complaint that you did not deliver the experience that you said you would.

•Inherent Risks

Inherent risks are those so integral to an activity that, without them, the activity loses its basic character and appeal.

•Legal Issues in Wilderness Medicine

A look at wilderness medicine liability issues for outdoor professionals.

•A Legal Primer for Staff

Some basic legal concepts your outdoor staff should know.

•Staying in the Field and Out of the Courthouse

Using the three principles of risk management to keep your program focused on what it does best.

•A review of Peter L. Bernstein's "Against the Gods: The Remarkable Story of Risk"

A book review of an intriguing and provocative history of risk assessment.

Links to other Outdoor Liability Articles and Content

•"Warning" by Bruce Barcott in the July 2002 issue of Outside Magazine

"In a society where people are increasingly aggressive about putting a price tag on blame, an expensive new battleground is emerging—one that involves the conflicting interests of lawyers, insurance companies, professional guides...and you." In this article, Reb is identified by the author as "Dean of the Outdoor Bar."