Skiing injuries
Skiing can be an enjoyable winter activity, but it is also potentially dangerous. The most common accidents involve collisions with other skiers, objects or incidents due to equipment failure. Injuries can also occur due to inadequate skill hill signage and poor instruction.
If you sustain an injury skiing that is caused by the negligence of another party, you may be able to sue the at-fault party for you damages and losses. If you collide with another skier who was behaving recklessly or carelessly, you may have a claim against this person. If the ski hill terrain was poorly designed or maintained, you may have a claim against the parties responsible for these duties. You may also have a claim against your ski instructor or the ski resort owner and operator if you were improperly instructed and led to a terrain that was beyond your capability level.
Given the high risk of personal injuries, ski facilities have developed methods such as waivers to protect themselves and limit their liability. Before hitting the slopes, understand the risks, read the waiver and take proper safety precautions. If you do sustain an injury, contact me to obtain legal advice to understand your options and rights.
