Golf is considered a leisurely, low-impact sport where no major injuries can occur because players take their turn, the course is large and there are no fast movements or collisions with your fellow players.

These myths couldn’t be further from the truth, as thousands of Americans across the country get injured each day on the golf course in injuries that run the gamut and leave the injured party with complications that necessitate not only treatment but a moderate period of recovery.

Golf-related injuries are often scoffed upon as being minor and inconsequential, but the truth is that not all severe injuries are immediately apparent, and others are part of what we call invisible injuries which only become apparent via imaging tests.

Repetitive strain injuries are common in golfing such as tendonitis, golfer’s elbow and so on, and they are related to all the swinging and twisting that golfers must do on the course in order to hit that hole in one. Golfing is a physically demanding game, and it works the upper body and requires coordination as well as concentration.

It is important to note that almost all golf courses and country clubs require that you sign a release form prior to going out onto the course; however, these aren’t always water-tight and can be contested in some instances, particularly if there were past incidents of injury on the particular course, or if the management’s actions were deemed particularly egregious. That said, these types of claims require the keen eyes of the best golfing injuries attorney, and we’re here to help with this and so much more.

Are you looking for the best golfing injuries attorney? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced recreational sports injury lawyers at McCready Law possess collective experience which spans over 90 YEARS and it would be an honor to put this experience to work for you.

We’ve helped thousands of injured Americans from all corners of the country and from all backgrounds recover compensation after getting injured by the negligent actions of other individuals or large corporations and employees of the federal government, and in the process, we’ve recovered over $250 million to date for injured victims.

The McCready Law difference lies in the fact that we’re not afraid to litigate cases when the occasion and circumstances call for it, as doing so may be the only way to recover the maximum amount of compensation allowed by that particular jurisdiction or court. In contrast, most law firms simply engage in insurance company negotiations which more often than not end in paltry payouts for clients, leaving them shortchanged.

In addition to having nationwide reach thanks to our network of referral attorneys and law firms, we also take on all cases on a contingency fee basis, which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of your claim as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf. We run a bilingual office (hablamos español), and we’d like to invite you to give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 if you’d like to speak with one of our best golfing injuries attorneys at NO COST to you – our intake team is standing by.

Common Golf-Related Injuries

Let’s take a look at the most common types of golf-related injuries:

1. Tendonitis is a prevalent concern for golfers, and it often affects the shoulder and elbow. The medical term is epicondylitis, and it happens when tendons found in the forearm become inflamed due to repetitive motions such as swinging. The pain and swelling as well as stiffness can hinder a golfer’s ability to enjoy the sport, and if not treated in a timely manner, may lead to significant disability
2. Rotator cuff injuries occur when this structure found in the shoulder is compromised due to repetitive overhead motions, leading to the tearing of tendons found therein, inflammation and a limited range of motion
3. Lower back strain and the development of herniated discs can occur in golfers on account of the engagement of the lower back during a swing. Failure to stretch or condition the back has been shown to lead to lower back pain, pinched nerves, sciatica and so on.

Golfing Injuries Caused by Negligence

A certain subset of injuries is not particularly caused by repetitive motion, but by accidents that occur on the course. These injuries tend to be more severe and require urgent medical treatment.

1. Slips and falls due to uneven or wet terrain either out on the golf course or dining halls or the lounges in the country club can lead to fractures, sprains, head and back injuries which can lead to significant short-term or permanent disability depending on the severity of the fall.
2. Golf cart accidents are also potential causes of injury for golfers due to collisions with other carts, obstacles, and even pedestrians which can cause concussions, fractures, and worse.
3. Collisions with other players are also a common concern, and this usually occurs during gameplay and is often due to player inattention, lack of supervision, lack of caddie training and poorly maintained courses, leading to severe impacts in the event is struck by an errant golf ball.

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Golfing-related injuries usually have an element of negligence, and it is because of this that one may be able to file a claim to recover compensation. However, there are various legal concepts under which one can file a claim, with the first one being premises liability law where invitees of a property are owed a duty of care by owners meant to keep them safe for the duration of time they are there. In addition, if equipment caused your injuries, equipment malfunction may be suspected, and this could result in a defective product claim targeting the manufacturer or company contracted to maintain the golf equipment.

We understand that all these concepts may be difficult to understand and you may be worried about not being able to recover compensation due to the release you signed: if you’d like further clarification and 100% FREE legal advice, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation.

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