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Regina v. Green (Canada)
In an exhibition hockey game, Edward "Ted" Green was struck by Wayne "Chico" Maki, causing serious injury. The courts decision led to the acceptance of court rulings in professional sports injury cases. -
State v. Forbes
A hung jury admitted that violence in professional sports cannot be ignored, however could not reach a decision on how to handle the situation. -
Jack Tatum
Jack Tatum tackles Darryl Stingley, paralyzing him from the waist down. Tatum was later quoted saying "I like to believe my best hits border on felonious assualt. I never make a tackle just to bring someone down, I want to punish the man I’m going after."
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Dale Hackbart v. Cincinnati Bengals, Inc. & Charles "Booby" Clark
Dale Hackbart brought charges against Charles Clark for injuries resulting from a play in a 1973 Broncos vs. Bengals game. Trial court held that football is beyond the realm of imposition of the law for tortious conduct and that plaintiff assumed the risk inherent in the game. The reviewing court reversed trial court's judgment, allowing professional players to bring tort claims from in-game injuries. -
Sports Violence Act of 1980
Representative Ronald M. Mottl unsuccesfully introduced a bill that would incriminate excessive violence in sports. -
Dino Cicarelli
Dino Cicarelli sentenced to one day in jail for assault after hitting an opponent in the head with a hockey stick. -
Marty McSorley
Marty McSorley found guilty of assault with a weapon after slashing a Vancouver Canuck forward with his hockey stick. Face 23 game suspension. -
Bertuzzi attacks Moore
Todd Bertuzzi attacks Steve Moore, causing serious injuries, putting Moore's career on hold. Police immediatly respond, question multiple officials, players, and fans.Bertuzzi was immediately suspended by the NHL and charged with assault causing bodily harm. NHL Hockey-A History of Violence
