A Colorado Federal Magistrate Judge ordered Vail Resorts to move forward with a lawsuit that has been delayed for years. The case was filed back in 2020 by three former ski instructors at Beaver Creek. They allege Vail Resorts failed to pay them fairly for all the hours they worked and refused to cover some […]
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How a Driver Can Legally Pass a Cyclist It is extremely important to give cyclists enough space for potential changes in their path. Drivers of vehicles must pass a cyclist on the cyclist’s left side. Colorado law states that a driver can pass a cyclist moving in the same direction in the same lane if […]
Safer Cycling and Stronger Communities In the post-pandemic era, more people are turning to biking for commuting, exercise, and recreation. But as Denver’s streets get busier, many cyclists are facing rising concerns about safety when using Google Maps since that app displays the most direct routes. However, navigating heavily trafficked roads, dodging cars, and managing […]
Nederland Purchases Eldora Mountain Ski Area The Town of Nederland is finalizing plans to buy Eldora Mountain ski area, one of the ski areas closest to the Denver Metro Area. The town is hoping to finalize the purchase by the beginning of October. The purchase price for the ski will remain confidential. The current owners […]
Adaptive Skier Sues Winter Park Resort after sustaining ‘serious injuries’ in a chairlift fall. by reporter Meg Soyars Van Hauen. Sky High News Vail Daily Aspen Times Summit Daily POWDER Magazine (POWDER.com) Skier Sues Colorado Resort After Reportedly Falling From Lift By Izzy Lidsky FOX 31 (KDVR.com) Man sues Winter Park and others after reportedly […]
Ride-share e-scooters have become a popular mode of transportation among Americans. 158 U.S. cities, including Denver, implement ride-share e-scooter systems. However, the increased use of e-scooters in city areas has led to a significant rise in pedestrian injuries resulting from scooter accidents. According to District 10 City Councilman Chris Hinds’s presentation to the Budget and […]
Dog Bite Claims and Settlements Behavioral issues in dogs are on the rise in recent years following the pandemic. Pets that have become accustomed to their owners being home are now dealing with severe separation anxiety. It is leading to increased aggressive behavior. The American Veterinary Medical Association reports that approximately 4.5 million people are […]
Colorado Ski Resorts See More Than 3000 Injuries Are you one of the millions of people who enjoy hitting the slopes each year in Colorado? While skiing and snowboarding can be exhilarating activities, they also come with inherent risks. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries on the slopes are common. What should you know if you were […]
Maximum Daily Ski/Snowboarder Capacity As we covered in our last blog on 12/8/23, a Utah District Court judge ordered Vail Resorts to produce the math behind its CCC formula following a dispute about additional development at the Park Hill Ski Area. CCC, or Comfortable Carrying Capacity, is a measure of the amount a guests a […]
VAIL RESORTS LOSES LAWSUIT Vail Resorts Loses Lawsuit Due to Overcrowding on Their Slopes A recent court decision in Utah could have big implications for the ongoing conflicts between ski resorts and mountain towns. Judge Richard Mrazik of Utah’s Third Judicial District recently ruled against Vail Resorts, which owns Park City Mountain Resort, and ruled […]
