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$30,000
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$16,362
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A cyclist was riding on a road under construction when his tire hit an unfinished sidewalk with deep holes and concrete beams. The cyclist crashed and suffered a broken neck, leading to his death. His family sued the construction company, alleging negligence in failing to warn of the dangerous condition and not following safety standards. The case was settled.
One driver was riding a bicycle in the right lane of a rural road. The other driver attempted to pass the cyclist in an intersection. The cyclist signaled a left turn and moved toward the center line. The passing driver entered the oncoming lane at the same time, and the two vehicles collided. The cyclist was taken to the hospital with injuries.
A cyclist was test-riding bicycles when a car attempted a left turn and struck him. The cyclist claimed the car driver failed to yield the right of way. The car driver argued the cyclist was at fault. The cyclist sustained abrasions and a sprained ankle, and claimed ongoing shoulder pain. The defense expert suggested the shoulder injury was pre-existing.
One driver was exiting a driveway when a bicyclist was riding on the sidewalk. The bicyclist claimed the driver hit him. The driver argued the bicyclist was negligent for not stopping and for riding the wrong way on the sidewalk. The bicyclist claimed injuries including a concussion, neck and back sprains, a herniated disc, and shoulder injuries. The jury found both parties negligent.
One driver was turning into a parking lot while a cyclist was riding on the sidewalk. The driver struck the cyclist, causing injuries. The driver argued the cyclist was at fault, but the jury found the driver 100% liable.
One person was riding a bicycle on a street and approached an intersection. Another driver was approaching from the left and had a stop sign. The driver hit the cyclist, who claimed multiple injuries. The cyclist sued the driver, alleging negligence. The driver denied negligence and claimed the cyclist was riding against traffic. The cyclist sustained injuries including headaches and disc issues.
Settlement amounts can vary significantly by location within Texas.
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$11,516
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Modified Comparative Fault (51% bar)
2 years from the date of the accident
$30,000 per person / $60,000 per accident / $25,000 property damage
Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. If you're found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any damages.
The state requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance. Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage is optional but recommended.
Texas has no cap on personal injury damages in most car accident cases, though punitive damages are capped at the greater of $200,000 or two times economic damages plus non-economic damages up to $750,000.
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Important: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Every case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Always consult with a qualified Texas attorney for guidance specific to your situation.