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Boulder, CO (January 7, 2020) – A tragic accident at the Eldora Mountain Resort claimed the life of one man.
On December 30, at approximately 10:30 a.m., an unconscious 55-year-old man was located at the ski resort after colliding with a tree. The victim was transported to Boulder Community Health’s Foothills Hospital via medical helicopter.
Unfortunately, authorities confirmed that the victim passed away on January 1 from his injuries.
On January 3rd, the staff at Backpacker’s Pantry stated that their owner and president, Rodney Smith, was the victim killed in this tragic incident.
At this time, police are investigating.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Rodney Smith.
Fatal Ski Accidents in Colorado
Statistics show that more than 40 people lose their lives in ski accidents each year in the United States. No matter what level of skier an individual is, they are always at risk of incurring devastating injuries in accidents. When victims lose their lives in these horrific incidents, their families should contact a wrongful death attorney in Colorado as soon as possible to explore legal options available to them.
Colorado personal injury attorneys at The Law Offices of Cliff Enten wholeheartedly believe families deserve to maximize their recovery after the tragic and unexpected loss of a loved one. When victims lose their lives in accidents, through no fault of their own, we work to help them collect the maximum amount of compensation available for pain and suffering, lost earning capacity, funeral services, and more. If your loved one lost their life in an accident, contact our Colorado accident lawyers at (303) 327-9412 to see how we can help you.
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Disclaimer: As a well-respected member of the community, we at The Law Offices of Cliff Enten we strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who drives on our roads and highways. We are always saddened by these accidents but hope that, through awareness members of our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.
