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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
Would it be possible for them to be legally negligent and punished within the courts, but not be susceptible to a civil suit because the kids were trespassing?
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Trespassing or not doesn't matter if someone's negligence causes injury.
It's why when construction companies dig a big hole they just don't put "no trespassing signs" because even if someone does trespass and let's say the hole is covered by plywood and it collapses when the person walks on it....the construction company will still be responsible. You still have to make your property safe even when you're closed.
I don't see a scenario where there isn't a lawsuit brought and won/settled out of court. Now I only have a little information but from what I gather there was no gate at the top of the slide and that will likely be what will be the downfall of COP.