Quote Originally Posted by Witton Park View Post
Will - Absolutely agree with Graham - insurance isn't there because of the litigious nature of our society these days, it's there in case there's an accident to someone involved in the race or to someone not involved who may be injured as a result of the race.

Of course it protects ROs from liability, but it is there for the competitors and officials as well.

I'm fortunate to have never have been involved in any claim as a RO, athlete, coach or parent, but it can happen and I'm sure there are numerous fair instances of why insurance is important.
A fair enough point WP and Graham.