Are all ski accident cases heard in court?

No, not all ski accident cases are heard in court. In general, North Carolina ski accidents are resolved through the civil court system, with the details of the case and all parties involved being litigated. However, certain specific types of ski accident cases may not need to be litigated in court. For example, if a skier was injured due to skiing on an improperly maintained trail or receiving incorrect instructions from a ski instructor, the injured skier may be able to settle the case without ever taking the matter to court. The injured skier would submit a claim to the ski resort or ski instructor, and the case might be resolved by way of a settlement agreement. Ski accident cases can also be heard in administrative agencies such as the North Carolina Industrial Commission which has jurisdiction over workers’ compensation cases. These cases are heard by an administrative law judge rather than a jury. In certain cases, it might also be possible to resolve a ski accident dispute through alternative dispute resolution procedures such as arbitration or mediation. In these types of cases, a third-party neutral would be appointed to mediate a settlement between the parties that is satisfactory to all involved. In summary, ski accident cases can be heard in court, through an administrative agency, or through alternative dispute resolution. The specific facts of each individual case will determine which avenue is most appropriate for resolving the dispute.

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