As the South Carolina summer unfolds, golf carts are increasingly popular for transportation in South Carolina, and surrounding areas. Once confined to golf courses, these vehicles are now common sights in residential communities and vacation spots. However, this surge in golf cart use correlates with a significant rise in golf cart accidents and subsequent injuries, particularly affecting vulnerable populations like children and those without proper training. Alarmingly, statistics reveal that over 55% of golf cart injuries happen during the summer months (May to September), with weekends and holidays posing the highest risk. Many incidents occur on private land or low-speed roads, potentially leading to a dangerous underestimation of the risks involved. Tragically, in some cases, these accidents can even be fatal, as was recently highlighted by the tragic passing of Jeff Sperbeck, bringing golf cart safety in the spotlight after tragic incident. Understanding the primary causes of golf cart accidents is vital for prevention: Speeding and Sharp Turns: Operating golf […]