Legal Opinion
Tayar v. Camelback Ski Corp.
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
Decided July 18, 2012PublishedCited by 71 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION
Justice TODD.
In this appeal by allowance, we address, inter alia, whether it is against public policy to release reckless behavior in a pre-injury exculpatory clause. After careful review, we conclude that releasing recklessness in a pre-injury release is against public policy, and so we reverse the Superior Court in part, affirm in part, and remand.
I. Background
Appellant Camelback Ski Corporation, Inc. (“Camelback”) operates a ski resort in Tannersville, Pennsylvania that offers various winter activities, including skiing and snow tubing. Before permitting its patrons to enjoy snow…
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