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What happens if my car gets hit by a golf ball?
Most likely you will need to file a claim on your car insurance policy under comprehensive coverage if your vehicle is damaged at a baseball stadium or golf course. You probably will not know who caused the damage and the stadium or course will not accept liability.
Are golfers responsible for damage?
While the golfer who broke your window should own up and take responsibility, she is not legally responsible for the damage if she was otherwise playing normally. Golfers need to take ordinary care when playing, but sometimes even the best golfers will hit a wild shot.
Does homeowners insurance cover golf ball damage?
The law varies from state to state and from case to case. In most cases if you ask the golfer, he will say it is the homeowner and should be covered on their homeowners insurance. In other cases if you ask the homeowner he will say the golfer is responsible.
Who is responsible if a golfer hits a house?
Golfers are responsible for the damage they cause to your home. That’s fine, if the golfer owns up to hitting a ball through your picture window, but often the culprit will just move on down the fairway, whistling as if nothing ever happened.
What are the golf etiquette rules for Dummies?
The final golf etiquette for dummies rule is simple. Always know where other golfers are on the course. If your ball is heading toward another group, make sure to yell “FORE” loudly. And I like to add “FORE left” or “FORE right” if you’re in a congested area. Nearly getting hit can make other golfers extremely angry.
What is proper etiquette for driving a golf cart?
Golf etiquette requires keeping your cart off the grass as much as possible. (see golf cart safety for more) Never throw clubs in anger. In addition to being rude and childish, it could also be dangerous.
What should I do if my ball is headed toward another player?
If your ball appears headed toward another player or another group, give them a warning by yelling out, ” Fore !” (an internationally recognized alert) Observe the safety suggestions posted in golf carts and drive carefully. Golf etiquette requires keeping your cart off the grass as much as possible. (see golf cart safety for more)
How do you know when someone is hitting a golf ball?
When someone is hitting, stay silent! When you’re standing over the golf ball, you can hear a twig break and one whisper can screw your swing up. This is the biggest faux paus on the golf course and can really make other golfers angry. Make sure to stay off your phone and always know when people are hitting.