Kilban v. Newport Waterfront Landing, Inc., 98-0271 (1999)

DECISION

This matter is before the Court on defendant's motion for summary judgment. The Court has jurisdiction pursuant to Rule 56 of the Rhode Island Superior Court Rules of Civil Procedure.

Facts/Travel

On July 5, 1995, defendant, Newport Waterfront Landing, Inc., d/b/a The Landing (Landing or defendant), hosted mock sumo wrestling matches at its establishment. When taking part in this type of event, the participants dress in inflated sumo-like outfits and wrestle barefoot on a vinyl mat. The object of the match is to knock down your opponent twice to be declared the winner. Landing patrons…