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ARVC Working Towards Solution For Frivolous Campground Lawsuits
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through ARVC's website.
Frivolous lawsuits happen with regularity all across the country. Some may be well deserved, some may not be. Traditionally any business is subject to a lawsuit based on determining facts and a consumer's legal right. However, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is determined to protect campgrounds and/or RV parks within their organization against facetious cases that should rationally not pile onto the already swamp judicial system. They are focused on providing a solution for all members by fighting hard for campground immunity laws like the one successfully passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature in 2016.
According to a press release, "Using the momentum from Wisconsin, ARVC has teamed up with lawyer Mark Hazelbaker, who played a major role in the immunity law’s passage in the state, to create a toolkit to help other states recreate the success seen in Wisconsin." "ARVC is focused on this as a member benefit because we see enormous value in stemming the tide of frivolous claims and lawsuits for accidents that are not the responsibility of our campground owner members," says Paul Bambei, president and CEO of ARVC. “These lawsuits often range in the tens of thousands of dollars and are rarely won without the benefit of this type of immunity law.” There are numerous benefits, but ultimately these immunity laws allow campground owners to focus on what’s really important—the camper’s experience.
Follow ARVC's quest or get involved now by visiting ARVC's website, or contact Jeff Sims, Senior Director of State Relations & Program Advocacy, at jsims@arvc.org or 303-681-0401 x 110.