Veranstalterversicherungen

Austrian Supreme Court decisions for event organisers

Decisions on safety duties, spectators, participants, stewards, helpers and liability waivers.

1. Official approval is not a substitute for the organiser’s own safety assessment.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

2. Organisers must take reasonable measures to protect participants and spectators.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

3. Event organiser liability and vehicle keeper liability must be assessed separately.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

4. An obvious hazard may still create liability even if a course was released for use.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

5. Participants in high-risk sports may require clear information about recognisable risks.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

6. Race organisers may face stricter safety requirements than general facility operators.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

7. Inadequate stewarding and the conduct of helpers can be attributed to the organiser.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

8. Blanket exclusions of liability, especially for personal injury, have legal limits.

Practical relevance depends on the exact policy wording, the facts of the loss and the applicable legal rules. The German page contains the detailed summary and source reference.

Court summaries are general information and do not replace legal advice or an individual coverage assessment.