Claims against ski area operators can be complex and require a thorough understanding of the laws and regulations governing Colorado ski resorts. While Colorado law generally protects ski areas from claims involving the inherent risks of skiing, resorts may still be held liable in certain circumstances.
Many ski resort injury cases involve chairlift accidents during loading or unloading, including situations where an attendant may have failed to slow or stop the lift. Claims can also involve man-made hazards, such as snowmaking equipment, signs, posts, and other structures that were not properly marked or protected.
Because these cases involve unique questions of law, resort operations, safety regulations, and maintenance practices, it is important to work with an attorney who has experience handling ski resort injury claims and understands how Colorado ski law applies.
