New York Ski Law
If you were injured in a skiing, snowboarding, or ski lift accident in New York, our team at Ski Law is here to help. With decades of experience handling ski accident claims nationwide, we understand New York’s ski laws and can fight for the compensation you deserve. Whether your injury occurred at Hunter Mountain, Whiteface, or another New York ski resort, we are here to advocate for your rights.
Does New York have a ski law?
Yes, the New York Safety in Skiing Code.
Can I make a claim against another skier or snowboarder for a collision?
Yes, the Safety in Skiing Code includes the duties commonly understood between skiers. However, the New York courts have held that to recover from an at-fault skier, you must show that the skier’s “conduct was intentional, reckless or otherwise subjected plaintiff to a risk over and above those inherent risks that she voluntarily assumed by skiing.” Clauss v. Bush, 79 A.D.3d 1397, 1399, 914 N.Y.S.2d 325, 327 (2010)
Can I make a claim against the ski area operator?
As with collisions between skiers, a claimant must show the ski area operator enhanced the danger beyond those inherent risks assumed by skiing.
What is the statute of limitations for ski accidents in New York?
Three years from the date of the incident, unless the injury caused death. In death cases, the claim must be filed within two years.
Contact Our Ski Accident Attorneys
If you’ve been injured in a ski accident in New York, contact us today for a free consultation. Our experienced team is here to answer your questions, explain your legal options, and guide you through the claims process. Call us at 720-694-2243 or fill out our online form to get started.