New York Skiing / Snowboarding Accident Lawyers

NY Personal Injury Attorneys

Collecting damages for a skiing accident requires a skilled attorney who understands the complex legal issues involved. If you were injured in a ski lift fall or another skier crashed into you, our New York law firm can capably handle your case.

When there has been negligence of the facility or its employees in maintaining / operating its lifts, or there has been negligence of other skiers, which has caused the injury, you may have a viable claim.

Here are some possible skiing / snowboarding accident causes:

• Ski Lift Accidents — Ski area operators must operate their ski lifts with the highest degree of care for the safety of their passengers. Falls from chair lifts and injuries suffered during loading or unloading, may be caused by a defective design, faulty maintenance or negligent or improper operation of the lift. In such cases, the ski area operator may be liable for damages.
• Skier Collision — If another skier or snowboarder collides into you or knocks you down, that person can be held liable. The high-speed impact of a ski accident often results in broken clavicles, sternums, arms, legs, or serious spinal, facial, or head injuries. Compensation is typically recovered through the negligent party's homeowner or renter insurance.
• Defective Bindings or Material — used in the manufacture of skis and snowboards can result in the loss of equilibrium, stability or maneuverability, especially on short skis. Manufacturers can be held liable for injuries and fatalities that result from these defective products.

Pursuing Compensation for Accidents

Ski patrol will often investigate skier accidents, particularly if there are injuries, and will complete an accident report containing identifying information. However, this is not always the case and therefore it is important to exchange information when involved in an accident with another skier or snowboarder.

If you have been seriously injured in a skiing or snowboarding accident, contact the NY injury attorneys at Goidel and Siegel law firm and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case today.