Floridians have a love affair with golf carts! And not just for golfing, they use them to get around various communities throughout the state. Get this: There are more than50,000 golf cart owners in the Florida community The Villages! Of course, all these riders means more golf cart accidents.

Have you been injured in a golf cart accident in Wesley Chapel? Lowman Law Firm can help. Our office is in Dade City, by the courthouse where the action happens, so that we can stay on top of your case to achieve the best outcome. But, if you’re not near us, don’t worry – we do home and hospital visits with your free consultation.

Golf Cart Accidents in Wesley Chapel, FL

Each year, there are approximately 13,000 golf cart-related accidents that require emergency room visits, and that number is rising, according to data compiled by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission. So what is the cause of the golf cart accidents?

  • Rollovers due to overloading/overcrowding
  • No seatbelts (or not wearing them)
  • Drunk or distracted driving
  • Sharp turns and reversing downhill
  • Driving over wet, muddy, or uneven terrain
  • Leaving the brake unlocked upon exiting
  • Racing or other horseplay

Of course, inattentive or intoxicated motorists also cause many golf cart accidents, and that’s where we come in. If you’ve been involved in a golf cart accident due to the negligence of a motorist, we can help.

Put Our Wesley Chapel Golf Cart Accident Injury Lawyers On the Case!

Golf cart accidents in Wesley Chapel are typically treated like any other vehicular accident and are just as serious. However, there are additional complexities when there is an accident involving a golf cart.

Florida golf carts do not need to be registered or insured, and drivers do not need a valid license because they cannot be operated on Florida roads; however, some local ordinances may allow them on roads which complicates matters. Additionally, some golf carts can be modified to qualify as a “low-speed vehicle,” which does require registration, Personal Injury Protection insurance, and an operator’s license. So as you can see, the outcome of a golf cart accident could vary depending on who was at fault, where the cart was driving at the time (lawfully or unlawfully), and whether or not it is considered a low-speed vehicle.

Rather than guess your way through the aftermath of a golf cart accident, it’s best to have an experienced Wesley Chapel golf cart accident injury attorney at your side who will help you:

  • Find out whether the golf cart is properly insured (and if it needed to be)
  • Identify what its issued use was (road use or usage inside a community or complex)
  • Determine how to handle filing a claim
  • Understand the potential compensation you may receive for your injuries
  • Know your rights with insurance companies
  • Keep in contact with you during your case, providing your attorney’s cell phone number so you can reach out directly anytime.
  • Obtain all documentation available to support your injury case including medical bills and physician testimony.
  • Collect any available evidence related to your accident, including any proof that the other party is at fault when possible.
  • Defend your rights throughout the legal process, and we do not collect a fee unless you win!

Why We Love Wesley Chapel

Wesley Chapel offers something for everyone! Some of our team’s favorite things to do in Wesley Chapel include:

Despite all the good times, Wesley Chapel is home to almost 60,000 people – which means accidents are bound to happen. When they do, Lowman Law Firm is here to offer free personal injury and wrongful death consultation and compassionate legal representation – we’ll even come to your home or hospital.

Injured in a Golf Cart Accident? Contact Our Wesley Chapel Legal Team Today!

If you or a loved one has been involved in a golf cart accident in Wesley Chapel, we’re here for you. Call us today for a free consultation to get your questions answered to learn what our team can do for you.