Recent Blog Posts
Another Week of Shocking Golf Cart Crashes
It seems that with each passing week, there are scores of new golf cart crashes across the nation. And these aren’t just any golf cart crashes, these are some of the most shocking and reckless crashes imaginable. It is clear that these “vehicles” are not only becoming more popular, but also more dangerous. Whether… Read More »
Golf Carts and Weddings: A Potentially Deadly Combination
The internet is filled with articles that attempt to convince wedding planners to rent golf carts – but these vehicles may pose serious safety hazards to both guests and innocent people in the vicinity. There are a number of factors that make golf carts a particularly poor choice for weddings, and in many cases… Read More »
Hit By a Golf Cart in The Villages: Can I Get Compensation?
Golf cart drivers in The Villages pose a threat to pedestrians and to other golf cart operators– especially if these small vehicles are being operated in a negligent fashion. It is no secret that seniors and intoxicated individuals favor golf carts, as these vehicles offer lower licensing restrictions. But can you really pursue compensation… Read More »
HOW FAST CAN A GOLF CART LEGALLY GO IN THE VILLAGES?
There are two answers to this question and it depends upon what type of “golf cart” you are driving. The term “golf cart” is used generically by the public, but under Florida law there are 2 separate categories of golf carts. First there are those carts which are designed primarily for use on a… Read More »
Florida Halloween Event Involving Golf Cart Injures Six Children
At least six children suffered injuries in a Florida golf cart accident this Halloween weekend, sparking renewed concerns about minors and golf carts. It seems that many children are being allowed to drive these vehicles in a highly negligent manner without any adult supervision whatsoever. This obviously creates safety issues not only for the… Read More »
Shocking Number of “Freak” Golf Cart Accidents Occur within Past Week
As a number of recent incidents have clearly highlighted, much can go wrong when someone operates a golf cart. Freak accidents are strangely common, and the frequency of these incidents suggest that they might not be as rare as they initially seem. There must be some kind of common denominator associated with unexpected golf… Read More »
GOLF CART ACCIDENT ATTORNEY IN THE VILLAGES
If you read The Villages Daily Sun newspaper or The Villages News you know that The Villages has a high number of golf cart accidents. You only need to look at the roundabouts, multi-modal paths, and on the surrounding roads to see dangerous interactions between golf carts and vehicles. What attorneys handle golf cart… Read More »
New Florida Law Changes the Law for Teen Golf Cart Drivers
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new bill into law that will significantly impact young golf cart drivers across the state. Effective October 1, 2023, HB 949 requires teens to have a permit or driver’s license to operate a golf cart on public roads. Previously, Florida law allowed 14-year-olds to drive golf carts without… Read More »
The Key Differences Between Golf Cart and Car Accident Cases
When you hear about road accidents, you probably think of cars, trucks, or motorcycles. But Floridians are also well aware that golf carts are also sharing the road, especially in Florida’s retirement communities and gated neighborhoods. While both cars and golf carts can get into accidents, the laws for each can be very different…. Read More »
String of Golf Cart Crashes Causes Fresh Concerns
A string of new golf cart crashes across the nation has raised fresh concerns about the safety of these vehicles, the reliability of their drivers, and widespread negligence on our roads. Many of these crashes occurred in Florida, a state home to a wide range of golf courses. If you have been injured in… Read More »