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The Villages Golf Cart Accident Lawyer
“Golf Cart Injury cases are very unique personal injury cases. Even in a low-speed impact accident, the injuries can be tragic due to the lack of safety or seatbelts. Insurance policies are anything but one-size-fits-all, and every case is different. Our law firm takes pride in our prosecution of these claims.”
– Jason M. Melton, The Villages, FL Golf Cart Accident Injury Lawyer
No matter what you choose to tool around Florida’s streets in—golf cart, convertible, scooter, or what have you, all vehicles require a standard level of care when operated so that everyone can enjoy the sunshine and open road. Florida’s weather and living communities make it an ideal locale for sport recreation vehicles like golf carts to get from Point A to Point B, and if a driver is negligent, innocent bystanders, passengers, and pedestrians can be seriously hurt in an accident. If you have been involved in a golf cart accident or found yourself the victim of a golf cart injury, Whittel & Melton can provide you with the knowledgeable legal representation you need.
In communities like The Villages, Florida, visitors and residents can own and operate golf carts on designated pathways and certain roadways. It has been noted that over 80,000 residents occupy the Tri-County Villages area. These residents will drive their golf carts over what has been estimated over 90 miles of golf cart pathways. Due to large and fast-growing communities in Florida, many people use golf carts as a secondary or even primary mode of transportation. With the influx of golf carts on pathways and streets, more injuries between pedestrians, carts, and automobiles are being seen, which can, unfortunately, cause serious injuries.
Types of Golf Cart Accidents:
- Single-Cart Mishaps
- Multiple Golf Cart Pile-Ups
- Golf Cart and Automobile Collisions
- Golf Cart and Pedestrian Rollovers in Parking Lots, Crosswalks or Intersections
Many golf cart accidents occur because of negligent or reckless driving, drunk driving, or even underage driving. In Florida, most golf carts come equipped with headlights and turn signals, and drivers must keep their speed below 20 mph. Operating a golf cart requires a high level of care and focus, and if not driven with caution, major injuries can occur, including:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Trauma
- Wrongful Death
- Broken Bones
- Fractures
- Face, Neck or Back Injuries
- Shoulder and Knee Injuries
- Wrist and Hand Injuries
Our firm has dealt with numerous personal injury claims and will work hard to get you a fair settlement in a timely fashion, even if it means taking your case to court. We strongly advise seeking our legal counsel before settling your claim. Whittel & Melton will thoroughly inspect your case before speaking with any insurance adjusters assigned to your claim.
The Law Offices of Whittel & Melton handle golf cart and automobile accident injuries in The Villages and its surrounding areas. We are available nights and weekends for your convenience and even make house calls and hospital visits.
Do not delay; call us today at 352-793-9330 or toll-free at 1-866-608-5LAW (5529). You can reach us online at any time.