JMW secures £90,000 for skier injured in collision in Canada
JMW’s ski accident solicitors secured £90,000 in compensation for an experienced skier who sustained a serious knee ligament injury after another skier collided with her in Canada. We obtained specialist medical and skiing evidence and pursued the claim after liability was initially denied.
The case
Our client, HL, was skiing in Canada when another skier collided with her.
HL was an experienced skier and was the downhill skier at the time of the collision. The skier responsible for the collision was from England.
The collision caused a ligament injury to HL’s left knee. She had to cut her time in Canada short and return home. She later required surgery to repair the injury. Her knee injury affected her ability to work and carry out her usual day-to-day activities. As such, HL needed the support of an experienced solicitor who could understand and value the impact of the injury on her life when calculating compensation.
How did JMW help?
JMW pursued a civil claim against the other skier. The skier had travel insurance, which responded to the claim.
His insurers initially denied liability for the collision. We therefore gathered specialist evidence to establish how the accident had happened and demonstrate the impact of HL’s injury.
We obtained expert orthopaedic evidence addressing the nature of her knee injury and its effects. We also instructed a ski expert, whose evidence supported HL’s account of the collision.
Because the accident took place in Canada, the law of Alberta applied to the claim. JMW used its international network to identify an Alberta lawyer who could advise on the applicable local law, including liability and the assessment of compensation.
This combination of medical, skiing and cross-border legal evidence allowed us to build a strong case on HL’s behalf.
We then commenced court proceedings against the other skier and provided the evidence supporting the claim.
The outcome
JMW secured £90,000 in compensation for HL shortly after court proceedings were issued in England. The compensation reflected the knee injury she sustained and its impact on her work and everyday activities.
By obtaining specialist evidence and coordinating advice across jurisdictions, we were able to pursue the case despite the initial denial of liability.
Skiing collisions are one of several types of incidents that can lead to a claim following an accident abroad. The circumstances of each accident determine who may be responsible and which law applies. If you have sustained an injury in a skiing or snowboarding accident abroad, JMW’s specialist ski accident solicitors advise you on your options. Call 0345 872 6666 or complete our online enquiry form to arrange a call back.
