Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Addressing Golf Cart Hazards at On Top of the World, Pinellas
Also known simply as “OTOW,” On Top of the World in Pinellas is a retirement community that is generating lots of buzz around the entire nation. The area is famous for its beautiful beaches and pristine golf courses, and On Top of the World has a name that many would argue is well-earned. One… Read More »
Golf Cart “Flies into Pond” in Rural Florida Community, Killing Driver
Although golf carts face many hazards on Florida roads, the presence of water causes serious dangers. In this type of collision, severe injuries for anyone in the golf cart are highly likely, as they face the added danger of drowning. An accident of this nature was recently reported in a rural Florida golfing community… Read More »
What Happens When a Road Vehicle Hits a Golf Cart in The Villages?
At least to some degree, road vehicles are designed to impact one another. Golf carts, on the other hand, are built with almost zero safety considerations whatsoever. When a road vehicle strikes a golf cart, the consequences can be horrific. If you’re wondering what happens when a passenger car hits a golf cart, you… Read More »
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 »