California Ski and Snowboard Accident Attorneys
Ski Resort Accident Injury Lawyers
While all skiers and snowboarders implicitly assume the risks associated with their sport, in the event of a serious accident caused by negligence, injured skiers and snowboarders may be able to recover financial compensation for their injuries. Because these sports are known to be dangerous, not all ski or snowboard accident victims are entitled to compensation. To learn more regarding your eligibility to file an injury claim, consult a professional California ski resort accident attorney.
California Ski and Snowboard Accidents
Lake Tahoe, Big Bear, and Mammoth Mountain are some of California’s most popular ski and snowboard destinations. Every year thousands of people head to ski resorts across California where some are involved in serious accidents. Some of the most common types of ski accidents involve:
- Ski area negligence: when accidents are caused by poorly maintained or designed slopes.
- Ski/Snowboard collision: cases where a reckless skier or snowboarder collides into another individual on the ski slope.
- Ski lift accidents: cases in which a defective, faulty, or improperly operated ski lift results in accident.
- Ski equipment failure: when ski bindings or other parts of ski or snowboard equipment fails, and causes injury.
Determining Liability
Like many types of personal injury cases, a ski accident claim is twofold. First, the injured must prove the other party’s actions were negligent, that the defendant failed to exercise a reasonable level of care. And second, that the defendant’s negligent behavior contributed to the plaintiff’s injury accident. Because state law determines liability for each case, it is crucial to entrust your case to an experienced California ski accident lawyer. A professional ski accident attorney can help you determine the parties responsible for your accident and help you recover compensation for:
- Medical fees
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Possible future damages related to your ski accident
Seeking Compensation
Every year 38 people die from ski and snowboard accidents, and another 42 people suffer serious injuries like traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injuries. When a recreational ski trip results in a catastrophic injury, securing your rightful compensation is a crucial component to your optimal recovery. A successful ski accident claim can make sure you have access to the best medical attention and care you require. At Estey Bomberger, our California ski resort negligence lawyers will pursue the maximum compensation possible, no matter the costs or time investment necessary.
National Trial Lawyers
Both our founding partners Stephen Estey and Michael Bomberger have been recognized as National Trial Lawyers, ranking both Steve and Mike amongst the top 100 trial lawyers in California. As a firm specializing in catastrophic injuries, all of our attorneys collaborate to prepare every case for trial. Our team of experienced California ski accident attorneys is committed to helping serious injury victims receive the total compensation they deserve.
Free Consultations
To contact an experienced accident lawyer knowledgeable in the liability issues surrounding ski resort negligence, defective ski equipment, or ski lift accidents, please call us at (800) 890-6722 or fill out a case evaluation form today.