A day on the slopes can change direction in an instant. Habbas & Associates works with Oakland individuals to evaluate skiing-related injuries and determine whether those injuries could have been prevented.
How Skiing Injury Claims Are Evaluated
Skiing accidents are legally complex because the law recognizes that participants accept certain inherent risks. However, that does not eliminate responsibility when those risks are exceeded by negligence. Claims may arise when a resort fails to maintain safe conditions, when equipment is not properly inspected, when lifts are operated unsafely, or when another skier behaves recklessly.
The distinction between accepted risk and preventable harm is central to these cases. The National Ski Areas Association outlines safety expectations for ski areas, emphasizing the role of maintenance, training, and operational standards in preventing injuries.







