Golf Cart Accident Lawyers
Talk to Our Attorneys about a Golf Cart Accident Lawsuit
In many neighborhoods of greater Houston, it’s commonplace to see golf carts combing the streets alongside the standard array of cars, trucks, and SUVs. Some municipalities have laws on the books to regulate golf carts, but these laws don’t really help when someone gets hurt. If an unfortunate incident occurs, seeking legal assistance from experienced truck accident lawyers can provide the necessary guidance and support.
Golf carts pose a unique danger. They are open-sided vehicles—many without passenger restraints—yet operate on the same streets as motor vehicles with heightened safety regulations. Young, carefree, and often unlicensed operators get behind the wheel of a golf cart with little to no training or experience. What happens when someone on a golf cart gets hurt?
How to Get Help from a Golf Cart Injury Lawyer
If you were injured in a golf car accident due to negligent actions of others, we can help. The skilled attorneys at the accident and injury law office of Terry Bryant have the experience you need to get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
You can reach us by phone toll free at 800-444-5000 locally at (713) 973-8888, via chat, or by using our online form.
Who Is Liable for Golf Cart Injuries?
Approximately 150,000 golf cart injuries occur each year, according to the American Journal of Preventative Medicine. Some of the most common types of golf cart injuries we see at the accident and injury law office of Terry Bryant stem from golf cart ejections, which can result in traumatic brain injuries, skull fractures, and hematomas, among other injuries like road rash. These are clearly very serious injuries that can have lifelong effects both physically and cognitively. In the worst cases, golf cart incidents can be fatal.
When a golf cart injury occurs, the operator and the owner of the golf cart are potentially liable. Similar to a motor vehicle collision, the golf cart operator owes a duty to his or her passengers to operate the golf cart in a safe manner. If the operator breaches this duty—for example, by operating the golf cart too fast for the conditions—the injured party can make a claim against the golf cart operator. The golf cart owner also has responsibility when entrusting the golf cart to another operator. This may come into play when parents own a golf cart and allow their children to use the golf cart. If someone is hurt, then the injured party can make a claim against the golf cart owner for negligent entrustment of the golf cart.
Types of Insurance for Golf Cart Injury Claims
There are different types of insurance coverage that may apply to a golf cart injury claim. Homeowners insurance, golf cart insurance, and auto insurance may cover the incident. Homeowners insurance has a personal liability component when someone is injured on the owner’s property. If the golf cart is garaged at a home, the coverage may also extend to incidents involving the golf cart outside of the four corners of the property. Some insurance companies offer specialized golf cart insurance to cover bodily injury—just like you would see under an auto insurance policy. It is also possible that a golf cart injury may be covered under an auto insurance policy.
With the severity of golf cart injuries and many potential avenues of recovery, it is important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to evaluate a golf cart injury claim.
Attorney Terry Bryant
Terry Bryant is Board Certified in personal injury trial law, which means his extensive knowledge of the law has been recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, setting him apart from many other injury attorneys. The 22 years he spent as a Municipal Judge, Spring Valley Village, TX also provides him keen insight into the Texas court system. That experience also helps shape his perspective on personal injury cases and how they might resolve. This unique insight benefits his clients. [ Attorney Bio ]
