Staying Safe While Skiing In South Carolina
South Carolina’s reputation precedes it as a destination for beachgoers and for destination weddings. It is even cementing its place as the jewel of the Sun Belt, quieter and friendlier than Florida but almost as sunny. Yes, some parts of South Carolina are so warm that alligators proudly call them home, but the higher elevations in South Carolina also get plenty of snow. There are several ski resorts in South Carolina, which is more than Florida can say for itself. Soon, the temperatures will be dropping low enough that South Carolina’s ski resorts will open for skiing and snowboarding. If you plan to ski for the first time this winter, rest assured that skiing carries less risk of accidental collision than traveling by motor vehicle. Furthermore, ski resorts have a legal duty to maintain the ski slopes and other areas open to the public in safe condition. If you get injured in a preventable accident while skiing, you have the right to seek compensation from the ski resort by filing a premises liability claim. To find out more about premises liability law as it pertains to ski resorts, contact a Columbia premises liability lawyer.
Wear Proper Safety Gear
As with motorcycle riding, wearing proper gear while skiing can help prevent collisions and help you avoid catastrophic injury if you crash. Ensure that your skis fit properly, and have the ski resort staff help you put them on if you are inexperienced in doing so. Wear a helmet and goggles and make sure that they fit securely enough that they are not a distraction while you are skiing.
Don’t Get Ahead of Yourself
It is a recipe for trouble when you ski on slopes that are beyond your skill level. Ski areas open to the public designate each slope as appropriate for beginners or for intermediate or advanced skiers. Slopes appropriate for beginners are lower and less steep, and they require less steering.
Don’t Ski While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Substances
Skiing involves moving faster than you could travel on foot, as does operating a motor vehicle. Therefore, both of these pursuits require quick reaction time. Just as alcohol contributes to a disproportionate number of traffic accidents, it also increases the risk of collision while skiing. Furthermore, at ski resorts, there are fewer incentives not to drink; you are on vacation, and you will not be driving. Meanwhile, even the easiest slopes require you to maintain your balance and to avoid colliding with logs and trees. Cannabis is also popular at ski resorts, as it fits the vibe of relaxation and communion with nature, but skiing while under the influence of cannabis is as dangerous as driving while under the influence of cannabis.
Let Us Help You Today
The personal injury lawyers at the Stanley Law Group can help you get justice after an accident on the ski slopes or at a ski resort. Contact The Stanley Law Group in Columbia, South Carolina or call (803)799-4700 for a free initial consultation.
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