Valeo v. Pocono International Raceway, Inc.

WIEAND, Judge:

Jeffrey Valeo was the driver of a race car. His car was damaged and he was injured while racing at the Pocono International Raceway in a race conducted by Auto Sports Associates, Ltd. He commenced a civil action against the owner of the track and the sponsor of the race to recover damages, alleging negligent maintenance of the track. In an answer containing new matter, the defendants averred that Valeo had executed an exculpatory agreement in which he stated that he had inspected the racing area and had found it “safe and reasonably suited for” racing. The agreement provided…