"The Little Act that Could: The Volunteer Protection Act of 1997" by Adam Epstein

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The Little Act that Could: The Volunteer Protection Act of 1997

Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport (2003)

Adam Epstein, Central Michigan University
Rebecca Mowrey

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Abstract

A study and analysis of the federal Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 (VPA). The article discusses significant cases under state and federal law and decisions. It discusses the importance of the VPA yet also offers problems and issues related to its interpretation.

Keywords

Volunteer,
Pro Bono,
Liability,
Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 (VPA),
Good Samaritan Laws,
Charitable Immunity,
Sovereign Immunity

Disciplines

Consumer Protection Law,
Contracts,
Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law,
Labor and Employment Law,
Law,
Legal Education and
Legal Writing and Research

Publication Date

2003

Citation Information

Adam Epstein and Rebecca Mowrey. "The Little Act that Could: The Volunteer Protection Act of 1997" Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport Vol. 13 Iss. 3 (2003)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/adam_epstein/25/