As consideration for the rental of the GOLF CART provided by ____DARRELL SIMS____, I agree to the following conditions and hereby acknowledge the statements I make herein are true and correct:
I am at least 21 years of age and hold a valid Motor Vehicle Driver License issued by one of the 50 United States.
I have Liability, Collision and Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Insurance currently in force that is issued in one of the 50 United States. Furthermore, I acknowledge that my signature below along with the submission of my Driver License Identification Number shall become a part of this agreement and identify me as the “Renter” of the GOLF CART referred to in this agreement.
I understand the combined weight for passengers and cargo needs to be under 750 lbs per cart and accept that any damages incured from failure to comply with this weight limit will result in a damage fee.
I agree that only persons who are 21 years of age or older, possess a valid Motor Vehicle Driver License issued by one of the 50 United States, have Motor Vehicle Insurance currently in force and are listed on this rental agreement shall be permitted to operate the GOLF CART.
I agree to provide Liability, Collision and Comprehensive Insurance covering myself and my property, the person and property of others involved, ____DARRELL SIMS____ and the GOLF CART.
I understand that the GOLF CART is a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) and may only be operated on public streets within Galveston Island where the posted speed limit is 35 MPH or less.
I understand that the GOLF CART is a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV), but is subject to the same laws and regulations pertaining to Motor Vehicles, with the exception that Low Speed Vehicles may not be opertated on any roadway with a posted speed limit above 35 mph, and therefore agree that the GOLF CART will be operated in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the local laws of the City and County of Galveston, including, but not limited to the prohibition of open containers of alcohol and driving under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs.
I understand and and accept that the GOLF CART is a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) and is not equipped with many of the Common Safety Devices, Structural Components or Methods of Construction found on or used in Motor Vehicles and that the lack of such Safety Devices, Structural Components and Methods of Construction may increase injuries or result in death in the event of an accident.
I understand and accept that ____DARRELL SIMS____ makes no warranties, express, implied or apparent regarding the GOLF CART, no warranty of merchantability, and no warranty that the GOLF CART is fit for any particular purpose, except that the GOLF CART may be operated on designated public streets within Galveston Island.
I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the GOLF CART must be registered with the city before operating. GOLF CART are allowed on streets with a speed limit of 35 mph or less. GOLF CART are allowed on Seawall Blvd between 6th Street on the east end and 61st Street on the west. GOLF CART can not be driven or parked on sidewalks. GOLF CART must follow all laws that apply to other passenger vehicles. GOLF CART operator obey’s posted speed limits and signs (This also applies to local parking rules). If you rent, each location has it’s own set of rules. Make sure you ask and understand these rules too. I and other GOLF CART passengers will always wear a seatbelt when riding or driving GOLF CART. GOLF CART is NOT ALLOWED on Broadway, Harborside, Ferry Road, or 61st.
I agree to return the GOLF CART upon completion of the rental period in the same condition as received, normal wear and tear accepted, and that I will be held liable for any damages to the GOLF CART while it is in my possession.
I agree to pay all parking violations and towing costs that occur while the GOLF CART is in my possession.
I agree that the privilege of using the GOLF CART can be revoked without notice by ____DARRELL SIMS____ for any violation of this agreement, and I also agree that I shall not be entitled to any refund for the remaining Rental Period, if that privilege is revoked.
I agree to contact ____DARRELL SIMS____ immediately in the event of any loss or damage to the GOLF CART or personal property, or injury to persons.
I agree and acknowledge that I am legally and financially liable for all repairs to the GOLF CART and for the loss, damage and/or injuries to my person or property and the person or property of others involved while the GOLF CART is in my possession.
I understand that a deposit is not required and hereby give consent to ____DARRELL SIMS____ to keep my credit card on file for the duration of my rental agreement and authorize ____DARRELL SIMS____ to charge my credit card for any amounts owed under the terms of this agreement.
I individually, and jointly with my spouse, heirs, legal representatives and assigns, agree to forever release, indemnify, hold harmless and defend ____DARRELL SIMS____, in the event of any claim, loss, suit, demand, cause of action or any other liability whether caused directly or indirectly by myself or any other party from the use of the GOLF CART during my control and possession of the GOLF CART.
If ____DARRELL SIMS____, is made a party defendant to any litigation concerning the use of the GOLF CART subject to this agreement, then I shall further indemnify and defend ____DARRELL SIMS____ against any and all liability and damages by reason of litigation, including attorney’s fees and expenses incurred by ____DARRELL SIMS____, whether or not the litigation is prosecuted to judgment.
It is my intention that this RENTAL AGREEMENT shall bind me, my spouse, heirs, legal representatives and assigns, passengers and anyone else who may make a claim against ____DARRELL SIMS____ as a result of my use of the GOLF CART during my control and possession of the GOLF CART.
I understand and agree that this RENTAL AGREEMENT is intended to provide ____DARRELL SIMS____ the maximum protection that the State of Texas permits and that if any part of the RENTAL AGREEMENT is declared invalid, the remainder shall continue to be in full force and legal effect, and any invalid clause shall be severed therefrom without affecting the validity of the remainder. By my signature below, I certify that I have read this RENTAL AGREEMENT, fully understand its terms, agree to the conditions set forth herein and understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including the right to sue. I acknowledge that I am signing this RENTAL AGREEMENT freely and voluntarily, and that my signature creates a contractual obligation that binds me, my spouse, my heirs, all legal representatives and assigns.
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WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
I release ____DARRELL SIMS____, from all claims for loss of any personal property that is carried in or left in the GOLF CART, whether or not the loss or damage was caused by negligence or was otherwise the responsibility of ____DARRELL SIMS____. I understand that the GOLF CART does not have many of the Common Safety Devices found on Motor Vehicles and that the lack of such Safety Devices may increase injuries or result in death in the event of an accident.
I acknowledge the foregoing statement and waive any rights on behalf of myself, my spouse, heirs, legal representatives and assigns to recover damages based upon the lack of such Safety Devices, Structural Components and Methods of Construction commonly found on or used in Motor Vehicles.
I accept and acknowledge that I am legally and financially responsible for the personal property of and injuries to passengers of the GOLF CART that I operate, and hereby forever release, indemnify, hold harmless and will defend ____DARRELL SIMS____, in the event of any claim, loss, suit, demand or cause of action to recover damages based upon the lack of such Safety Devices, Structural Components and Methods of Construction commonly found or used in Motor Vehicles.
I accept and acknowledge that I am legally and financially responsible for the personal property of and injuries to myself and all passengers of the GOLF CART that I operate under this rental agreement, as well as the personal property of and injuries to any others involved, and agree to indemnify, defend and hold ____DARRELL SIMS____, harmless from all claims, liability, costs and attorney fees that ____DARRELL SIMS____ may incur resulting from, or arising out of the rental or my use of the vehicle, including the negligence of ____DARRELL SIMS____.
I understand and accept that ____DARRELL SIMS____ makes no warranties, either express, implied or apparent regarding the vehicle and makes no claims that the GOLF CART is fit for a particular purpose.
I acknowledge that there are inherent risks in operating a GOLF CART and this type of activity. These risks may result in serious injury or death and includes, but is not limited to the following: collisions with pedestrians, bicycles and bicycle riders, Segways and Segway riders, scooters and scooter riders, other LSV/NEV and passengers, motor vehicles and passengers, manmade and natural objects. I agree to inform all passengers of my rental GOLF CART of the inherent risks in this type of activity and confirm that all passengers understand and accept the inherent risks prior to partaking in this type of activity.
I understand and agree that this WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT is intended to provide ____DARRELL SIMS____ the maximum protection the State of Texas permits and that if any part of the WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT is declared invalid, the remainder shall be in full force and legal effect, and any invalid clause shall be severed therefrom without affecting the validity of the remainder.