A class action lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts, alleging that the company misled guests about ski conditions during a recent strike at Park City Mountain. Attorney Daniel Tarpey expects a “long procedural fight” as he seeks to prove that there are enough affected skiers to justify a class action.
Park City Mountain’s policies, which ban class action complaints like this one, will be central to the dispute. However, Tarpey believes that Utah courts will recognize the company’s responsibility to protect guests’ rights. The lawsuit claims Vail is liable under Utah’s consumer fraud law and seeks compensation for those who were affected by the strike.
The lawsuit aims to cover skiers who had a pass or lift tickets during the strike and tried to ski, but were unable to due to limited terrain. Guests complained about long lines and closed terrain, with some poaching closed areas. The company’s policies explicitly forbid class action lawsuits, stating that all related claims will be brought in Colorado courts.
The case is currently pending before Judge David Barlow in the U.S. District Court for Utah. Vail Resorts has yet to respond formally to the lawsuit.
Source: https://www.kpcw.org/ski-resorts/2025-01-10/attorney-bringing-vail-resorts-class-action-lawsuit-expects-long-procedural-fight