In February 2024, Anne Cassidy had just unloaded from a lift at Aspen ski area when a snowboarder collided into her hard from behind, causing her serious injuries. She suffered torn ACLs in both of her knees, an MCL tear, a torn meniscus, among other injuries. Unbelievably, the snowboarder fled the scene of the collision […]
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Over the past six months, two class-action lawsuits alleging price fixing have been filed against prominent ski resort companies, including Vail Resorts, Alterra Mountain Company, which owns Winer Park, and Powdr Corp., which owns Copper Mountain. The most recent class-action lawsuit alleges that these major ski resorts colluded with the industry trade association and data […]
Colorado has long been regarded as the epicenter of winter sports, particularly skiing and snowboarding. This sport allows individuals of varying proficiency levels and expertise to tailor their experience to their individual needs and preferences. Even though Colorado ski resorts clearly define and mark their “Slow Zones” with large yellow signs on the mountain, and […]
Now that we’re well into hiking and outdoor recreation season, Colorado’s most prominent peaks are receiving heavy foot traffic. Exploring Colorado’s majestic and scenic backcountry is a rewarding experience, but safety must be prioritized. Here are some tips and things to remember to enhance your safety and preparedness in the backcountry: Before you set out, […]
E-bikes have quickly become a popular way to travel through communities, offering riders an affordable, convenient, and enjoyable alternative to cars. But as their use grows, so do concerns about safety, particularly when young riders travel at high speeds, ignore traffic laws, or ride without proper protective gear. Recent reports in Eagle County highlight the […]
It is imperative to observe safety precautions and familiarize oneself with city and state laws prior to mounting the saddle of a conventional bicycle or e-bike. Below is a list of basic safety precautions and tips, as outlined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, that have provided more opportunities to elevate and safeguard the […]
A 23-year-old e-bike rider was fatally injured after entering an intersection in Fort Collins without slowing or stopping, according to authorities. The crash occurred at South Timberline Road and East Lincoln Avenue. The rider was traveling on East Lincoln Avenue, where stop signs were posted at the intersection. South Timberline Road did not have stop […]
The popularity and use of electric bikes, or “e-bikes,” has increased exponentially across the country, including Colorado. These bikes allow riders of all abilities to enjoy biking longer distances across more difficult terrain. However, the increased use of e-bikes on mountain trails has angered some traditional trail users, and public officials are struggling to rewrite […]
On April 16, 2026, Bloch Ongert attorneys Trent Ongert and Joseph Bloch presented oral arguments before the Colorado Supreme Court in the case Litterer v. Vail Summit Resorts, Inc. Bloch Ongert’s client, John Litterer, was snowboarding at Breckenridge on December 18, 2020, when he was struck and seriously injured by a Breckenridge snowmobile driving uphill […]
