Case Studies

  • Case studies can help you and your chapter understand the anatomy of risk cases. Examine the situations below and think about preventive measures your chapter could take as well as how you might react in a similar situation. All the cases are based on real claims, though the names have been changed.

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    Baxter v. Sigma Chi
    A party at a Sigma Chi Chapter ended in near fatal injuries sustained by a guest at the event. Consider the risk management policies the chapter did not follow. What would you do differently? Read more...

     

    Kelly v. Sigma Chi
    A Saturday afternoon study break leads to a serious injury sustained by a pledge. Think about the things that could have changed this situation. Read more...

     

    Masters v. Sigma Chi
    Accidents can happen even at informal events. How will you ensure effective risk management at all times? Read more...

     

    McConnell v. Sigma Chi
    Chapter-hosted events take a lot of risk management planning. This chapter took some important risk management steps - but what would you do differently to ensure a safer environment? Read more...

     

    Williams v. Sigma Chi
    A chapter tradition ends in a fatal car accident. Take a look at this case and think about how safe your chapter traditions are. Read more...