As many Northeast Ohioans embrace the sunshine and head out to their favorite courses, golf season is in full swing. Whether you’re a seasoned player heading out to your regular golf league or a member guest tournament, or just enjoying a casual round with friends, it’s important to remember that golf—like any outdoor recreational activity—comes with its own set of risks. At Plakas Mannos, we’ve seen how quickly a day on the course can turn tragic when safety is overlooked. As experienced personal injury lawyers, we want to help you avoid injury and know your legal options if something goes wrong.
Here are some tips on how to keep your golf game fun, safe, and injury-free—not just for yourself, but for others on the course and roadways, this summer.
Golf carts are convenient, fun—and potentially dangerous if golf course cart paths are not properly maintained or if they are not operated with care. As any seasoned personal injury/accident attorney will tell you, what seems like a harmless ride can quickly become a serious accident. Stay safe by:
Golf cart accidents can cause severe injuries to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians alike. If you’re behind the wheel of a cart, treat it with the same respect you would a car.
For many people, golfing is synonymous with enjoying a cold beverage on the links—but overindulging can turn fun into danger fast. It’s not worth the risk of drinking and driving home from the course. Plan ahead and have a designated driver or plan to use a rideshare service.
And remember, it’s not just your own behavior you have to worry about—others around you may also make unsafe choices after drinking.
If you notice another player drinking excessively or behaving recklessly, speak up or alert course management. Looking out for others helps keep everyone safer. If you're injured in a crash caused by someone under the influence, a golf cart accident lawyer at Plakas Mannos can help you understand your legal options.
Poorly maintained courses can present hidden dangers that lead to serious, lifechanging injuries:
Choose well-maintained golf courses that prioritize safety, and don’t hesitate to bring hazards to staff attention. Your voice could prevent an accident for someone else. If the worst happens, an experienced personal injury lawyer can help determine if the course may be liable.
Unfortunately, our team of personal injury lawyers at Plakas Mannos has seen the aftermath of unsafe decisions made on the golf course. We’ve handled tragic cases involving serious injury and wrongful death resulting from alcohol-related incidents and hazardous course conditions.
If you or a loved one has been hurt due to someone else's negligence on the golf course, you don’t have to go it alone. The Plakas Mannos personal injury and wrongful death teams are experienced, compassionate, and ready to help you understand your rights and options.
Golf season should be a time for fresh air, good company, and unforgettable moments with friends and family—not a time for devastating injuries. If the unthinkable happens, trust the team that’s been fighting for Ohio families for decades—Plakas Mannos.