South Padre Island Golf Cart Accident Lawyers

Golf Cart Accidents On Public Roads

As mentioned, South Padre Island residents often use golf carts on public roads, typically for short trips. Were you crossing town on a golf cart to go shopping, enjoy the beach, or visit friends when a driver in a car or truck hit you? Talk to our attorneys today to see if you can file a claim against them, just like you would if you had been in a typical passenger vehicle. Our attorneys can take care of every part of your golf cart accident case, including dealing with the driver’s insurance company that will probably try to blame you by default just because you were in a golf cart.

We can fight for your right to full compensation like we would for any client in an accident, including damages related to:

• Past and future medical treatment costs
• Past and future lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property repairs (if you owned the golf cart)

Golf Cart Accidents On Golf Courses

While many of the most serious golf cart accident cases involve crashes on public roads with larger vehicles, crashes can and do also happen on golf courses and country club grounds. If you were hurt while using a golf cart while on a course or playing golf and you think you didn’t do anything wrong, talk to us to see if you can file a claim.

Our legal team can handle claims that originate from golf cart accidents anywhere in South Padre Island, including the two most popular local golf courses and clubs:

• South Padre Island Golf Club:
  • Type: Public golf course
  • Address: 1 Golf House Road, Laguna Vista, TX 78576
  • Phone: 956-943-4653
• Long Island Village Golf Course:
  • Type: Golf course
  • Address: 950 S Garcia Street, Port Isabel, TX 78578
  • Phone: 956-943-7520

Who is Liable for a Golf Cart Accident?

Liability in a golf cart accident often extends beyond the person operating the vehicle. On South Padre Island, with its network of rentals, resorts, and local attractions, liability for a crash can land on some parties that you might not have expected.

Parties, companies, or individuals that may bear responsibility for a golf cart accident include:

• Golf cart rental companies: Golf cart rentals are extremely popular on South Padre Island, but not all companies take proper care of their vehicles. A cart may be dangerous due to worn-out brakes, faulty steering, or lack of maintenance. Rental providers also have a duty to explain safety rules to their renters; skipping this step could make them liable if a crash happens.
• Resort operators and property owners: Resorts may neglect important safety standards along golf cart pathways. Uneven or poorly lit trails, lack of traffic signage, or failure to mark dangerous areas like steep drop-offs can all lead to dangerous accidents. A property owner might also be at fault if golf cart operators are allowed to drive recklessly on their property without supervision.
• Drivers of other vehicles: Golf carts often share the road with passenger vehicles, and larger cars or trucks may fail to yield, speed, or drive distractedly around them, causing accidents. Such collisions typically leave golf cart passengers with far worse injuries due to the cart’s limited protection.
• Golf cart manufacturers: When design flaws or defective parts, such as unstable frames, poorly secured seatbelts, or brake malfunctions, lead to accidents, the manufacturer could be held accountable.
• Irresponsible operators: If another person’s negligence behind the wheel of a golf cart caused your crash, you may be able to hold them responsible.

Evidence for a Golf Cart Accident Case

Different forms of evidence that might help your golf cart accident claim include:

• Accident reports: When local authorities or resort staff create an incident report, it often includes key details like weather conditions, time of day, and initial accounts from those involved. For instance, after a collision at a busy intersection, an officer’s report noting “failure to yield” against a distracted car driver could be vital for your claim.
• Photographic and video evidence: Photos of the accident scene, injuries, and the condition of the golf cart can visually establish the damage caused by the crash. Video footage—either from a passerby’s smartphone or security cameras at a resort—can capture moments leading up to the crash and reveal negligence.
• Witness statements: Eyewitness accounts from pedestrians, bystanders, or other drivers can corroborate your version of events. For example, a fellow guest at a resort might testify that they also had problems with a defective golf cart earlier that day.
• Maintenance records: Malfunctions are often tied to poor maintenance, especially in rental golf carts. Records showing skipped brake inspections or overdue servicing schedules could strengthen your argument for a rental company’s or owner’s negligence.
• Medical documentation: Detailed medical reports and receipts for treatments highlight the extent of your injuries and can justify the financial damages you’re claiming.

Texas Golf Cart Accident Claim Statute of Limitations

If you’ve been injured in a golf cart accident in South Padre Island, it’s important to act quickly. Texas law imposes a strict two-year statute of limitations on most personal injury claims, which means you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

Failing to meet this deadline could result in losing your legal right to pursue compensation. Additionally, evidence can become harder to collect as time passes, so you really shouldn’t delay when you need legal counsel.

We Offer Legal Counsel & Real Support – Call Now

At Hilliard Law, we’re committed to helping golf cart accident survivors regain control of their future through solid legal representation. If you want to demand compensation but don’t know where to start, our South Padre Island golf cart accident attorneys want to hear from you. Our trial lawyers have been representing the injured for nearly 40 years. Trust in our experience—reach out today. 

Request a no-cost case evaluation by calling (866) 927-3420 at any time.