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Snowmobiling may be an exhilarating recreational pastime during the cold winter months, but this beloved activity can be extremely dangerous. Each year, on average 73 people die in snowmobile accidents.
Even if a snowmobile rider takes proper precautions before setting out on their expedition and operates their machine with extreme attentiveness, they could be seriously injured or even lose their life in an unexpected calamity. Many fatal snowmobile accidents involve submersions. Riders who operate their machines over thin ice could lose their lives in a drowning accident. Many other victims of single-vehicle snowmobile accidents are fatally injured when they collide with a stationary object, such as a tree.
Despite the fact that the majority of deadly snowmobile accidents are single-vehicle incidents, 20% of fatal snowmobile accidents involve multiple vehicles. If a snowmobile accident involves more than one driver, more often than not, one driver’s negligence is primarily to blame.
If a snowmobile operator does not fulfill the duty of care they owe to other riders and trail-users,
their wrongful conduct could lead to a fatal or injury-causing accident. A snowmobile rider may be considered negligent if they engage in any form of unsafe behaviour while operating their vehicle. Examples often include:
- Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
- Reckless driving
- Excessive speeding
- Distracted driving
- Night riding with improper lighting
- And more
Those who survive traumatic collisions caused by another snowmobile rider’s negligence often sustain injuries. Depending on the circumstances of the collision, these injuries can vary in severity from moderate to catastrophic.
Recovering from injuries sustained in snowmobile accidents can be a difficult, emotionally challenging, and expensive process. And even though off-highway vehicle operators throughout Alberta are required to have liability insurance to cover the costs of injuries resulting from their misconduct, insurance providers do not always make the process of collecting fair compensation simple or straightforward.
No one should be forced to pay the price of someone else’s negligence. If a reckless, distracted, inebriated, or otherwise negligent snowmobile rider caused you to sustain injuries in a collision, our Canmore snowmobile accident lawyers may be able to help you recover the compensation you deserve. By fighting against the unfair tactics often used by insurance providers to cheat deserving accident victims out of fair compensation, our snowmobile accident lawyers may be able to provide you with crucial legal support in your pursuit of justice.
If you were injured in a collision caused by another snowmobiler’s negligence, consider contacting us to receive a free initial consultation on your case. Our snowmobile accident lawyers serving Canmore are standing by to provide you with personalized, case-specific legal advice. To learn about your options, call Preszler Injury Lawyers today.
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Commonly Asked snowmobile accident Questions
Here are our most asked questions on snowmobile accident claims.
What steps should I take after getting into a snowmobile accident?
Seek medical attention, report the accident to the authorities, collect information from the scene of the accident, including contact information of potential witnesses, take pictures, and seek legal advice.
What are some things that can cause snowmobile accidents?
Common causes of snowmobile accidents include speeding, careless driving, poor weather conditions, poor visibility, impaired driving, and minors being allowed to operate a snowmobile.
What common injuries can arise from a snowmobile accident?
Some of the most common injuries are brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones or fractures, psychological injuries, and more.
What are my options if I am injured on/by an uninsured snowmobile?
If you are injured by an uninsured snowmobile, you may be able to pursue a claim against the owner and/or driver of the snowmobile, the owner or occupier of the land on which the snowmobile was being operated, or the manufacturer, if the accident occurred because of a malfunction.
What are the different types of compensation that are available for a snowmobile accident claim?
Compensation can include but is not limited to pain and suffering, past and future income loss and/or loss of opportunity, out-of-pocket expenses, future care costs, loss of housekeeping capacity, and more.
How can a personal injury lawyer help with a snowmobile accident?
A personal injury lawyer can help investigate who is at fault for the accident. This is an important step that can be extremely difficult without a lawyer. It is equally important for a lawyer to help with proving what you have lost because of an accident. This includes what you and your family will lose because of your injuries, including pain and suffering and the impact your injuries have on your mental health, relationships, and more.
What is the time limit to file a snowmobile accident claim?
Usually, there is a 2-year limitation period from the day of the accident.
Is there a difference between a snowmobile accident on public property and private property?
In Alberta, snowmobiles operated on public property require the owners to obtain insurance. Unfortunately, this is not always followed. Whether a snowmobile accident occurred on private or public property, it is recommended that you speak with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
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