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Wintersports
related litigation is an expanding field where the legal
professional frequently requires specialist advice from
an expert who is not only familiar within his field, but
is also familiar with the workings of the legal system.
My
experience and qualifications place me in a unique position
to advise the legal and insurance professions in respect
of snowsports.
- As
an internationally qualified instructor, examiner
and coach I am able to offer guidance and assistance
when the conduct of an instructor is being called
into question. Over the years I have been, and remain
involved in the drafting and development of many ski
instructing awards which are offered in the UK.
- As
a member of several of ASTM’s expert committees
I am directly involved in the monitoring and development
of standards, practices and protocols related to wintersports
and the supply of wintersports equipment.
Though
the introduction of the role of Single Joint Expert
is changing the manner in which experts are instructed
I currently receive approximately 60% of my instructions
from Claimant’s solicitors. Though the majority
of cases are settled before trial I have given oral
evidence a number of times.
In
addition to working within the UK I have worked with
the legal profession in jurisdictions as diverse as
the Republic of Ireland and the USA.
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Ski
and Snowboarding Instruction and Coaching |
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Professional
conduct of ski and snowboard instructors and coaches,
Training, grading and assessment of instructors and coaches,
Ski school management,
Ski guiding and guides conduct,
Ski and snowboard instructional conduct on snow and artificial
ski slopes,
Mountain safety including weather, altitude and avalanche
hazards,
Safe practice for school parties. |
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Ski
binding setting and adjustment,
Ski binding function testing and verification,
ski equipment product liability issues,
Ski equipment related issues,
Ski lift design,
maintenance and evacuation from ski lifts. |
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Design
and management of ski trails,
Design and construction of artificial ski slopes,
Design and construction of indoor ski centres,
Supply of ski equipment at artificial ski centres,
Lifespan and use of artificial skiing surfaces,
Snow making systems |
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Skier
and Snowboarder Conduct |
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Collisions,
Rules and codes of practice |
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Assisting
the legal profession in these situations requires the
provision of a range of services including; •
Providing informal initial advice
• Interviewing witnesses
• Site Inspections
• Preparation of evidential reports
• Document reviews
• Conferences with Counsel
• Expert meetings per CPR pt35 |
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