Monthly Archives: April 2024
My Child Was Injured by a Golf Cart Crash: What Happens Next?
Golf carts are popular among teens and children across Florida. Unfortunately, children experience a high crash risk when operating golf carts. If your child has been injured in a Palm Bay golf cart crash, you might be wondering about your legal options. The new legal limit to operate a golfcart is now 15 with… Read More »
More Florida Cities Expand Golf Cart Legality – But Safety Must Remain a Priority
In communities like Dunedin, Sun City Center, and many others, there is a trend toward more golf cart freedom. Seniors and average residents now enjoy more opportunities to drive their golf carts on both city roads and designated golf path paths as they live their lives. While many advocates praise the sustainability and convenience… Read More »
HOW MANY GOLF CART CRASHES ARE THERE IN THE VILLAGES IN 2024?
According to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office there were 54 golf car crashes in the first quarter of 2024. By comparison there were 342 car crashes in The Villages for that same time period in The Villages. SCSO also indicates they have written 1,326 traffic citations just in the first quarter of 2024, and… Read More »
Florida Officials Warn of Golf Cart Crash “Epidemic”
While golf cart accident lawyers in Florida may be well aware of the situation, average residents were shocked to learn just how serious the golf cart crash “epidemic” has become. State officials recently warned the public that golf cart safety had reached an all-time low, specifically highlighting issues like drunk driving, explosions, and fires…. Read More »
GOLF CART LAWS IN FLORIDA IN 2024
A simple guide to golf cart laws in Florida in 2024 by a golf cart attorney. HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO DRIVE A GOLF CART IN FLORIDA? Previously 14, but in 2024 the operator must be at least 15 years old and the 15 year-old must have a learner’s permit. A… Read More »