1. Group 5 - Hockey
Rebecca Haberbusch, Chris Kowalczyk, Brian Towey, Kevin McCarthy

2. Background HSBC and the Buffalo Sabres
3. Fan Hit by Puck
4. Fan Hit by Promotional Material
5. Player Hit by Puck/Stick
6. Player Hit by Player
7. Fight Between Spectators
In combination with the aggressive game of hockey, differing opinions of fans, and alcohol, it can lead to spectators interacting with each other in a physical altercation.
Napolitano v. Madison Square Garden, Inc.
While attending a New York Rangers hockey game, one spectator claimed that he got into an altercation with another spectator, which led to the spectator, Napolitano, to file for negligence against the arena owners.
What are the concerns?
How do we deal with it?
8. Ticket Issues
How valuable are the fans?
Barnett, et al. v. Madison Square Garden, Inc.
Seasons ticket holders brought suit for unjust enrichment against the arena operator seeking damages arising from cancelled hockey games.
What are the concerns?
How do we deal with it?
9. Vandalism in Parking Area
Although HSBC does not literally control the parking facilities that are nearby the arena, it still has an enormous impact on their arena and any associated organizations or functions that work out of HSBC arena.
Chalet Ford, Inc. v. Red Top Parking, Inc.
Action was brought by an automobile owner against a parking lot owner for damages from the loss of the automobile by theft.
What are the concerns?
How do we deal with it?
10. Parking Lot Hazards
11. Game Cancelations/Postponement
12. Breach in Rental Agreement
13. Breach of Contract
14. Conclusion