Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law | February 24, 2025 | Golf Cart Accidents
Golf carts are prevalent in Florida, especially in the many neighborhoods that are built around golf courses in the area. These vehicles aren’t just limited to the golf course either. The beautiful weather in Orlando makes golf carts a preferred method of transportation in many communities.
Unfortunately, golf cart accidents happen all too often. The injuries resulting from these accidents can also be devastating. Just like in a car accident, the person responsible for the golf cart accident may be responsible for the resulting injuries. Dive into all the details below to learn more about golf car accidents and who may be responsible for them.
What Is Considered a Golf Cart in Florida?
The first question that may come up after one of these accidents is whether the vehicle involved is considered a golf cart. There are many different variations of golf carts available today, so there can sometimes be confusion about how these vehicles are classified.
Florida law defines a golf cart as a “motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of 20 miles per hour.” There is a separate distinction for “low-speed vehicles” which are similar to golf carts but are capable of traveling up to 25 miles per hour.
Understanding what classifies as a golf cart can be extremely important if you need to pursue a personal injury claim after a golf cart accident.
Is The Golf Cart Driver Responsible For The Accident?
Proving liability in a golf cart accident case is much like proving liability in any other personal injury case, such as a car accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident. To hold the driver responsible for the accident, you will generally need to prove the negligence of the golf cart driver. Remember that negligence consists of four elements, including:
- Duty of care: A legal responsibility to adhere to reasonable behavior given the circumstances
- Breach of duty: Failure to comply with the reasonable standard of care
- Damages: The victim incurred some type of loss, such as injuries, medical bills, or lost wages
- Causation: The defendant’s behavior was both a direct and proximate cause of the damages
If all four elements of negligence are proven, then it is likely that you would be successful with your personal injury claim. However, the driver is not always the one responsible for a golf cart accident.
Who Else May Be Responsible For a Golf Cart Accident?
There are other parties who could be responsible for your golf cart accident. Identifying all the responsible parties may be crucial to getting the compensation you deserve after an accident. Some other parties who could have some liability for the accident include:
- The golf cart owner
- The driver of a car involved in the accident
- The driver of another golf cart
- Negligent pedestrians
After your accident, it is best to seek the help of an experienced personal injury lawyer who can investigate your accident to determine who was at fault. A lawyer can help you identify all potential defendants, assess all available insurance coverage, and help you hold the at-fault party responsible for your injuries.
How Do I Get Compensation For My Injuries After a Golf Cart Accident?
Like other vehicles, golf carts are usually covered by an insurance policy. This is especially true when the golf cart is owned by a business, like a golf course or rental company. Getting compensation for your injuries will likely require filing a claim with the insurance company and negotiating a settlement.
However, you might be required to file a lawsuit in some cases. The lawsuit may be filed against the driver, the owner, or anyone else who shares liability for the accident. Going through a lawsuit can take some time, and you will likely need a lawyer to help you through this process. However, this could be your only way to recover for your damages in some situations.
If you have been hurt in a golf cart accident, seek the help of an Orlando personal injury lawyer as soon after your accident as possible. Your time to file a claim is limited, and you should not be stuck paying for your own losses because of someone else’s negligence.
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