What to Do If a Loved One Dies Due to a Negligent Skier or Snowboarder?
Skiing and snowboarding are popular recreational activities in Utah and other destination ski states. Unfortunately, the very thing that makes skiing and snowboarding exhilarating is speeding swiftly down slopes or along snowy trails, which can mean a serious injury in an accident. In the worst cases, a skier may suffer a fatal injury due...
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Who’s at Fault In a Utah Ski or Snowboard Collision?
Nothing ends an exhilarating day on the snowy slopes faster than a ski or snowboard collision with serious injuries. Ski and snowboard accidents can happen to beginners and experienced skiers alike. In some cases, both parties in a collision brush themselves off with little harm done, but what if a ski or snowboard accident...
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What Out-of-State Epic Pass / IKON Pass Skiers Need to Know After an Accident In Utah
Dedicated skiers understand the advantages of holding multi-resort seasonal passes such as the IKON Pass or Epic Pass for their favorite destinations. These passes can save a substantial amount on lift tickets and other ski-related expenses, but when visiting Utah’s iconic slopes, there are several things that a passholder should know. First, Utah Code...
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After a Ski Accident, Why Should You Choose a Local Utah Lawyer?
Skiing is a fun, fitness-friendly activity in the outdoors, but a winter day on a snowy slope quickly comes to an unhappy end after a serious ski accident. Ski accident claims in Utah are uniquely complex and require careful handling. How does choosing a local Utah ski accident lawyer help? Under Utah Code Section...
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Is There a Deadline for Filing a Claim Against an At-Fault Skier?
An accident on the ski slopes or trails can do more than just ruin a day in the outdoors; it can cause substantial physical and financial harm. Ski resorts have strong protections against lawsuits, but when another skier’s careless or reckless actions caused the accident, you can file a compensation claim. But what if...
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Steps to Take If You Were Hit By Another Skier In Utah
Ski resorts require liability waivers and have additional protection against lawsuits for injuries that are part of the inherent risks of the activity; however, if you suffer a serious injury due to another skier’s careless or reckless action on the slopes, you may have questions about your legal options. Utah Code 78B-5-818. states the...
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