Child Falls From Chairlift During Ski School Program

ByJohn Lomicky

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Updated onApril 11, 2019

This case involves an injury sustained at a ski resort in Utah. A 10-year-old boy who had never been skiing was enrolled in the resort’s ski school program. On the second day, the boy was permitted to ride the lift by himself. While on the lift, the boy slipped through the bars and fell approximately 40 feet, sustaining multiple injuries. He underwent an emergency laparotomy and lost one spleen and one kidney. An expert in ski instruction was sought to discuss the industry standard safety protocol for small children riding ski lifts and help determine what should have been done to prevent this injury.

Question(s) For Expert Witness

1. Please describe your experience as a ski instructor.

2. What industry standards exist for safety protocol regarding small children riding ski lifts?

Expert Witness Response E-030760

inline imageThis case is right in my area of expertise. I have 45 years of experience in skiing and 20+ years as a ski instructor. This is a tragic case and I am glad to assist and speak to the industry standard for safety. I have reviewed several ski cases and have experience with ski lodges across the country.

About the author

John Lomicky

John Lomicky

John Lomicky is a J.D. candidate at FSU Law with a multidisciplinary background. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Neurobiology and Near Eastern Studies from Georgetown University and has graduate degrees in International Business and Eurasian Studies. John's professional experience includes working in private equity as an Associate at Kingfish Group and in legal business development and research roles at the Expert Institute. His expertise spans managing sales teams, company expansion, and providing consultative services to legal practices in various fields.

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