Snowmobile Accidents

February 13, 2025

16-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Eustis Snowmobile Accident

According to a recent article, a 16-year-old from Massachusetts sustained serious injuries in a snowmobile accident in Eustis, Maine. The incident occurred on a trail near Route 27 when the teenager lost control of the snowmobile, resulting in a collision. Emergency responders transported the individual to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Maine’s picturesque winter landscape and extensive trail system make it a popular destination for snowmobile enthusiasts. However, the excitement and thrill of snowmobiling come with inherent risks. Accidents can happen in an instant, leading to severe injuries or even fatalities. If you or a loved one has been injured in a snowmobile accident, understanding your legal rights is essential.

Common Causes of Snowmobile Accidents

January 26, 2024

33-Year-Old Man Dies in ‘Freak’ Snowmobile Accident

by Peter Thompson & Associates

According to a recent article a 33-year-old soon-to-be father tragically lost his life in a snowmobile accident in Caribou, Maine, on January 19. Before the “sudden and freak” incident, Sean Lindmark was snowmobiling with friends, an activity that he loved dearly.

Snowmobiling is a thrilling winter activity that attracts adventure seekers from all across the world, and while it may provide an exhilarating experience, it also comes with inherent risks. Snowmobile accidents, much like skiing and snowboarding accidents, can lead to severe injuries and may have complex legal implications. Continue reading

January 4, 2019

Speed a Top Factor in Serious, Fatal Maine Snowmobile Accidents

by Peter Thompson & Associates

A 57-year-old man died just two miles from home in a Maine snowmobile accident after striking a snow drift and suffering ejection. Authorities are investigating the deadly snowmobile crash, and unfortunately bracing for more, as the state’s 14,000 snow trails have been busy in recent weeks. With 800,000 registered snowmobiles in the state, this $300 million-a-year industry in Maine is popular, but rife with hazards. Many Maine snowmobile registrations are held by those who don’t reside here, but come solely to ride. (No trail passes are required, but all residents and non-residents must register for ride permission.)

One study published in the journal Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research revealed there are an estimated 200 deaths and 14,000 injuries a year attributed to snowmobile accidents, with excess speed, alcohol, driver inexperience and poor judgment the leading causes indicated.

In the experience of our Maine snowmobile injury lawyers, the biggest factor in deadly snowmobile accidents has been speed. These 660-pound vehicles can reach top speeds of 100 mph, and too often, riders push those limits. Perhaps part of the problem is Maine has no designated speed limit for those on snowmobiles.

February 22, 2014

Maine Snowmobile Accidents Spur State Warden’s Warning

by Peter Thompson & Associates

A spate of Maine snowmobile injuries – and two crashes resulting in deaths – have prompted the state warden service to issue a formal warning urging caution, adherence to safety practices and a plea to slow down.

According to the Bangor Daily News, at least eight serious snowmobile crashes occurred in a single weekend, resulting in numerous injuries – including those sustained by an 8-year-old boy.

Primarily, authorities say, these crashes involved either inexperienced drivers or drivers who were traveling at excessive speeds. The crash involving the 8-year-old boy occurred while his grandfather was driving the vehicle. In Athens, a 15-year-old boy suffered a head injury when he was thrown from a snowmobile driven by a friend. Several others suffered broken legs or other fractures.