Skiing Injury Claims

Skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports will always involve some amount of risk. Accidents happen, but if you’ve been injured due to someone else’s mistakes, our lawyers may be able to help you make a skiing injury claim.

Our solicitors are experienced with international claims and we have links with law firms around the world. Wherever your accident has happened, we can help.

Can I Make A Skiing Injury Claim?

We’ve helped people claim compensation after a wide range of skiing injuries, from broken bones to serious head or spinal injuries with life-changing consequences. Some of the most common causes of accidents include:

Improper training from an instructor
Faulty or inappropriate equipment, such as hire skis or boots
Faulty or unsafely operated machinery, such as ski lifts
Collisions with out of control skiers or snowboarders.

You can claim compensation whether you’ve returned to the UK or are still abroad. You can also claim on behalf of someone else if they are unable to claim themselves.

How Much Skiing Injury Compensation Can I Claim?

The amount of compensation that you can claim will depend on your individual circumstances. We’ll calculate the value of your claim to cover:

Current and future loss of earnings if you've missed any work
Medical expenses (both while you’re on holiday and back in the UK)
Travel expenses for getting to medical appointments
Care and rehabilitation costs
The cost of home modifications or mobility aids
Loss of enjoyment from your holiday

How Long Do I Have to Make A Skiing Injury Claim?

The time limits for claiming personal injury compensation differ widely between countries. You should contact us as soon as possible to make sure that your claim is successful.

No Win No Fee Skiing Injury Claims

Most of the skiing injury claims that we handle are No Win No Fee. This means that you don’t pay anything upfront, and that you won’t have to pay any legal fees if your claim isn’t successful*.

You may also be able to pay for your claim with Legal Expenses Insurance included with your home or travel insurance. Our team will explain all your options in a free initial consultation.

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To find out how we can help you, call us today on 0800 121 6558 for a free initial consultation or contact us online and we'll get back to you.

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I am relieved that our legal battle is finally over. Our holiday was a nightmare and we were so disappointed. We’re glad Irwin Mitchell has managed to achieve a successful outcome for us”

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Terrifying Ordeal On Alpine Ski Lift

“Although I am grateful to be alive, the accident has changed my life and stopped me from playing football anywhere near as well as I used to and nothing can turn back the clock. I just hope lessons are learned at all ski resorts from what happened to me.” - Thomas, client

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Can Make A Skiing Injury Compensation Claim?

You may be able to make a skiing injury claim if you or a loved one has been hurt in an accident caused by:

Collisions with other skiers and snowboarders
Ski lifts and other piste machinery
Faulty ski equipment
Negligent ski instruction
Avalanches and poor piste management.

You can claim on behalf of someone else if they are under the age of 18 or are unable to claim themselves, for example if they have sustained a brain injury. You can also claim on behalf of a loved one who has died in a skiing accident.

If you have any questions about how to claim, or have any concerns about whether or not you have a case, call us today on 0800 121 6558 for a free consultation. We'll discuss the accident, and offer our advice on your options.

How Do I Make A Skiing Injury Claim?

We aim to make claiming compensation as simple as possible, handling every aspect of your claim and keeping you informed on progress in plain English.

To start a claim, contact us online or call 0800 121 6558 for a free initial consultation. We'll discuss your accident, and whether we think you can claim. If we do think you have a case, your claim will usually follow the same four stages:

Stage One: Investigation - We'll establish who's responsible for your injuries, which may involve examining health and safety policies at resorts, or talking to witnesses. You'll also have a medical examination to determine the full extent of your injuries, and if there's any treatment or support that could help your recovery.

Stage Two: Rehabilitation - We'll arrange for you to access any care or support that you are entitled to from a provider close to your home, where possible.

Stage Three: Compensation - We'll work out how much compensation you'll get and contact whoever's responsible, and their insurers. Most claims settle out of court with any hearings attended by your representative – but if you do have to go to court, we'll be there to represent and support you and your family.

Stage Four: Conclusion - When your case concludes, you'll be awarded compensation if you're successful. In No Win No Fee cases in England and Wales, our fees will mostly be paid by your opponent, with a portion of your compensation settlement covering the rest.

See our Making Your Snow Sports Claim guide for more information.

Why Choose Irwin Mitchell For A Skiing Accident Claim?

We have years of experience in helping people to claim after sporting accidents overseas. We can help you navigate foreign legal systems, working with our network of overseas partners to make sure your claim runs as smoothly as possible.

When you make a claim with us, we handle every aspect of your case, and support you every step of the way. When you need to make a decision, we'll offer our advice in plain English, without any legal jargon.

Our team of specialist international personal injury lawyers is the largest in the UK and, thanks to our comprehensive approach, we've secured hundreds of millions of pounds in compensation for our clients who have been injured or become ill abroad.

To find out more about how to make a claim, and how we can help, call us today on 0800 121 6558 for a free initial consultation about your claim.

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