Utah Ski Accident Injury Lawyers

Winter recreations, including skiing and other sports, can be exciting and entertaining events for the whole family but accidents do happen. Many accidents occur as a result of a person or resort neglecting to properly issue warnings, failing to properly monitor conditions and equipment or insufficiently designing runs or lifts. Until recently, skiers, snowboarders and other winter sport enthusiasts were often unsuccessful in the successful outcome of personal injury court cases. Today victims of ski resort accidents are more likely to receive compensation in contrast to the fines and other disciplinary actions placed on the resort for negligence in maintaining a standard of reasonable consideration in the function of their facilities. If you have been injured in a Utah ski accident, the attorneys at Eisenberg, Gilchrist & Morton will work hard to help you obtain the compensation you need and deserve.

The most common types of winter sport and ski resort accidents that lead to a liability claim include:

• Downhill accidents
• Collision accidents
• Ski Lift accidents
• Collisions with or because of poorly located signs
• Inadequate slope maintenance
• Accidents during ski instruction
• Collision with resort operated snowmobiles
• Negligent instruction or supervision
• Collisions with other patrons due to negligent traffic control

Sports are the leading cause for unintentional injuries with children and young adults. 42 percent of people between the ages of 15 to 24 are injured annually in sports related accidents. Sports injuries represent a public health concern and account for 23 percent of all traumas, following motor vehicle injuries. Sport injuries concerning the spinal cord, back and neck are not only long lasting and painful, but may also lead to paralysis and other life disrupting conditions. At the offices of Eisenberg, Gilchrist & Morton, we are dedicated to helping with your case. Whether your injuries occurred in a ski lift or on the slopes, we can gather all of the necessary facts to offer a compelling case with your best interest in mind.

A recent development in resort accident injury litigation involves the requirement of patrons to sign a release clause prior to occupancy or use of the facilities. A release clause is a document that releases a facility or person from liability for injuries that may occur on the premises or under that person’s care. Release clauses are not always enforceable. If you have signed a release clause and have been injured in connection with the activities for which you signed the release, you may still be able to seek monetary compensation for your injuries. Enforceability of a release clause varies between state and federal courts especially if the release fails to be easily readable and reasonable to the layperson.

If you have been injured at a ski resort in Utah, even after signing a release form, you may still be able to file for damages or other compensation. You should consult with an experienced Utah ski resort injury attorney at Eisenberg, Gilchrist & Morton to learn about the enforceability of release clauses and to discuss your options.