The general rule in New York is that if you are injured in a recreational activity, such as skiing, you assume the risks of the usual dangers inherent in the sport.  Which means that if you were injured the same way most folks are when skiing and snowboarding, by falling down, or being struck by another person, or running into a stationary object, you will not be able to sue.  The trickier question arises when you become injured by an occurrence that you would not expect to have happen on a ski slope, such as being hit by a snowmobiler or being injured by a hidden piece of equipment under the snow.  In those cases, you may be able to make a claim for personal injuries and medical expenses. If you have any doubt whatsover, you should call an exeprienced injury lawyer who would conduct a prompt investigation to determine if your case has any merit.  The scene of the accident should be investigated as soon as possible, which means that it is probably a good idea to contact an injury attorney reasonably close to the scene of your injury.

 


Q: I have been injured while skiing and feel that the resort where I hurt myself is responsible.  Can I sue the resort for my injuries and medical expenses?

A: The general rule in New York is that if you are injured in a recreational activity, such as skiing, you assume the risks of the usual dangers inherent in the sport.  Which means that if you were injured the same way most folks are when skiing and snowboarding, by falling down, or being struck by another person, or running into a stationary object, you will not be able to sue.  The trickier question arises when you become injured by an occurrence that you would not expect to have happen on a ski slope, such as being hit by a snowmobiler or being injured by a hidden piece of equipment under the snow.  In those cases, you may be able to make a claim for personal injuries and medical expenses.

If you have any doubt whatsover, you should call an exeprienced injury lawyer who would conduct a prompt investigation to determine if your case has any merit.  The scene of the accident should be investigated as soon as possible, which means that it is probably a good idea to contact an injury attorney reasonably close to the scene of your injury.


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