The Liability Issues Related to Concussions and Other Serious Injuries

question 32

Multiple Choice

The liability issues related to concussions and other serious injuries are different in high schools than they are in colleges.This is because

• A)high school students are less likely to hire lawyers.
• B)concussions in high school sports are less harmful than in college sports.
• C)high school rules generally prevent serious injuries to athletes.
• D)few high school athletes have reached the age of informed legal consent.

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