Who’s at Fault for Sledding Injuries?
Written by Jay M. Kelley III in Accident & Injury, Consumer Protection, Health & Wellness on December 22, 2023
Sledding is a fun winter activity that kids and adults can both enjoy, but just like with anything fun, there are some risks involved. In fact, more than 20,000 children under 19 receive treatment for sledding injuries annually, as reported by the Center on Injury Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus. If something goes wrong while sledding, figuring out who’s responsible becomes important!
Who is Liable?
For Property Owners:
If you’re sledding on someone’s private property and get hurt, the property owner might be responsible. This is especially true if they don’t take good care of their property or if there are dangerous things around that they should have fixed or warned you about. Such as:
- not clearing obstacles.
- not maintaining the sledding hill properly.
- not telling people about potential dangers.
For Public Places and the Government:
Now, if your sledding adventure takes a wrong turn in a public park or another public area, it’s a bit different. The government in charge could be responsible if they:
- didn’t take care of icy patches.
- didn’t put up proper signs.
- didn’t keep things in good shape.
What to Do If Something Happens:
Figuring out who’s responsible for sledding injuries is tricky and depends on the details of each case. That’s where a personal injury lawyer comes in handy. Our personal injury lawyers can look at what happened and give you advice on what your next step should be.
Stay safe, stay informed, and embrace the winter wonderland responsibly. Happy sledding!
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