Tilley v. Brodie Mountain Ski Area, Inc.

In this case we are asked to decide whether G. L. c. 143, § 710.(1990 ed.), which insulates ski areas from liability for collisions between skiers,1 encompasses a ski operation’s agents or employees acting on its behalf. We hold that it does not.

While traversing a ski slope for intermediate skiers at an area owned and operated by Brodie Mountain Ski Area, Inc. (Brodie), the plaintiff, Charlotte Tilley, was struck from behind by a Brodie ski patrol member.2 Following the accident, the plaintiff filed a complaint requesting relief, including reimbursement for medical expenses incurred as a…