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Texas Settlement Data

2,421 Texas car accident cases analyzed. Here's what they resolved for.

Real settlement and verdict data from Texas. Broken down by injury type, county, and outcome—so you know what to expect.

2,421+
Cases Analyzed
$17,200
Median Outcome
$7K $55K
Typical Range
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Texas Settlements by Injury Type

How Texas case outcomes differ depending on injury severity.

Settlements (12%)

$30,000

Median from 278 cases

Verdicts (88%)

$16,362

Median from 2,132 cases

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Texas Case Results

Browse all Texas car accident settlements and verdicts. Filter by injury or accident type.

Showing 17 of 7+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$25,000,000

A driver lost control of a vehicle while speeding and under the influence of alcohol, causing it to roll over and catch fire. The passenger sustained fatal injuries. The passenger's estate sued the nightclub where the driver had been served alcohol, alleging negligence in serving alcohol to an intoxicated person. The defense argued the driver was not obviously intoxicated at the club and that the passenger was also negligent for not wearing a seatbelt.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$25,000,000

A nightclub was sued after a customer they over-served caused a fatal crash. The customer had been drinking heavily at the club before driving at a high speed and crashing. The crash resulted in the death of a passenger. The jury found both the driver and the club liable for the crash.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$15,400,000

A driver crashed a van into a highway divider after drinking. Several passengers were ejected from the vehicle. Some passengers suffered fatal injuries, while others had injuries ranging from bruised lungs to fractures. Lawsuits alleged the driver and his employer were responsible for the crash.

Dallas County • 2018
Settlement
$30,000

A driver lost control of his car, went off the road, and struck a riding mower. The person on the mower sustained a skull fracture. The case settled for the insurance policy limit.

Hopkins County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$25,278

One driver changed lanes and struck the side of another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed back and shoulder injuries. The case proceeded against the estate of the other driver after their death. The court granted a directed verdict on liability in favor of the injured driver. The injured driver sought damages for past medical bills, pain, anguish, and impairment.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$15,319

One driver was traveling north on Interstate 35 in Dallas when the vehicle went out of control and struck concrete barriers. The driver claimed back and leg injuries. The plaintiff alleged the driver was speeding and driving too fast for conditions. The defense argued that a tire rim failure caused the loss of control.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$5,325

One driver was traveling on a highway when another driver entered the highway from an on-ramp that became an exit-only lane. The second driver changed lanes to the left to avoid exiting, and their vehicle struck the first driver's vehicle. The second driver then left the scene. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries.

Tarrant County • 2017
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State Law

Texas Car Accident Law: What You Need to Know

Key legal rules that affect how Texas car accident claims are valued and resolved.

Fault System

Modified Comparative Fault (51% bar)

Statute of Limitations

2 years from the date of the accident

Minimum Liability

$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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Texas Car Accident Settlement FAQs

Answers based on real Texas case data and state law.

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.