SAM Coverage
Legal
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Speak-Out — About Those Debit Card Fees…
Certainly, the Durbin Amendment is the biggest topic of interest in the credit industry today, and it was the hottest topic and seminar at…
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Punitive Damages
In recent years, ski resorts, like many industries, increasingly are facing punitive damage claims. Plaintiffs’ attorneys, seeking more creative ways to enhance common negligence…
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Washington Report
I had been to the White House before — as a tourist. But now I was going as an invited member of the press…
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Insurance
In anticipation of the insurance seminar at the NSAA Convention, as well as for the benefit of those who cannot attend, SAM decided to…
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In Court
I have noticed that in a number of legal suits filed against ski areas the complainants have indicated their belief that the area failed…
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In Court
Starting with this issue, John Perryman will write a regular column in SAM. Combine the lifetime skiing skills of a national ski patroller, senior…
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1977 Haskell Bill
Introduction Senator Floyd Haskell (D-Colorado) has again brought forth the bill he designed to protect the interests of the local and moderate income skiers,…
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The Haskell Hearings
P.R. Director for Vail, Pam Conklin was a member of the special industry team that formulated strategy and then articulated it. Photography by Janet…
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New York State Sued
Action is currently pending in United States District Court for the Northern District of New York that could have far-reaching effects in the ski…
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Buying Insurance To Fit
To the average insurance underwriter — unless he’s personally involved in the sport — ski buildings are visualized as frame structures, poorly constructed and…
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The Great Ski Rip-Off– Ski Thieves
In an age where giant airliners are pirated with breathless ease it is hardly surprising that skis have become a target for the less…
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In Court
After spending some time watching the bobsled runs, Mary and her friends decided to take a ride. They paid the fee and signed forms,…