The summer golf season is in full swing (pun intended), and it’s not uncommon to see hordes of golfers on the links for league play or to play a round on the weekend. Nobody expects to be injured during a round of golf, but that’s the reality for a number of golfers every single day in Minnesota. If you are unexpectedly injured on the golf course as a result of someone else’s actions or negligence, know that you have legal options. In today’s blog, we explore how you can work to collect compensation if you are injured on a golf course in Minnesota.
Common Compensable Golfing Injuries
Tweaking your back during a swing attempt isn’t a compensable action on the golf course, but if someone else plays a significant role in the onset of your injuries, you can absolutely hold them accountable in court. Some common types of compensable injuries on the golf course include:
- Being struck by a ball
- Being struck by a club
- Golf cart-related injuries
- Slip and fall injuries
Depending on the specifics of your accident, you may be able to hold another golfer or the business itself responsible for your injuries. Remember, the at-fault party does not need to intend to injure you in order for the injuries to be compensable in court. Far more often than not, nobody is actively trying to hurt you on the golf course. Most injuries occur by accident, but that doesn’t absolve the other party of fault.
For example, if you were struck in the head by an errant drive, your playing partner accident tipped the golf cart while you were riding shotgun or you stepped in an unmarked drainage hole and broke your ankle, you could hold another party liable for your injuries. Even though they weren’t actively trying to injure you, their actions or negligence were the leading cause of your injuries, and therefore you have a right to compensation.
If you are injured on a golf course, know that you may be able to collect damages for expenses like medical bills, lost wages and any expenses directly related to your new injuries. Building a strong case and presenting it in a convincing manner won’t be easy, which is why we recommend turning to an experienced injury firm to handle your case. This will allow you to focus on your health and your family while we sort out all the details of your case. Let us be a resource in your time of need.
Finally, we can also assist in the event that your golf course injury actually occurred while you were fulfilling work-related duties. If you were injured while entertaining clients or during a work outing, you may also be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. We can help with this type of claim as well, and we’re confident that we can get you all the benefits you’re entitled to receive.
If you have questions about injuries on the golf course or want to talk with a lawyer to see if you may have an eligible claim, reach out to the team at Hey Workers today. Give our team a call at (844) 439-9675.
