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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
$16,262
Median Outcome
$6K $57K
Typical Range
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Texas Settlements by Injury Type

How Texas case outcomes differ depending on injury severity.

Settlements (13%)

$30,000

Median from 302 cases

Verdicts (87%)

$15,649

Median from 2,111 cases

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Showing 112 of 534+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$663,000,000

A company that made highway guard rail end terminals was accused of violating the False Claims Act. The accuser claimed the company secretly modified the design, which led to vehicles impaling the guard rails and causing severe injuries. The company denied these allegations. A jury found in favor of the accuser and awarded damages, which were then trebled and increased by penalties, totaling over $663 million. However, an appeals court later overturned this judgment, stating the government had not declared the design unsafe.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$42,000,000

One driver was operating a vehicle that had previously been repaired by an auto maintenance company. The vehicle was later struck by another vehicle, causing it to catch fire. The occupants of the first vehicle sustained injuries and burns. It was discovered that the previous repairs were not performed to manufacturer specifications, potentially compromising the vehicle's safety.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$41,936,423

One driver was traveling on a highway during a rainstorm when another driver struck their vehicle. The collision caused the vehicle to catch fire, and the occupants sustained severe injuries, including burns and crush injuries. The occupants sued the collision center that had previously repaired the car's roof, alleging negligent repair compromised the vehicle's structural integrity and led to the fire and their injuries. The defense argued the other driver was solely responsible for the accident.

Dallas County • 2017
Settlement
$41,935,624

One driver's vehicle had its roof improperly repaired with glue instead of welds. Later, when another vehicle hydroplaned and struck it, the roof detached, causing severe injuries to the occupants. The jury found the repair shop mostly at fault for the injuries.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$36,240,000

A fire started in a home, leading to the deaths of two elderly residents. The fire was believed to have originated from a ceramic heater. The family of the deceased sued the heater manufacturer, alleging a manufacturing defect caused the fire. The defense argued the heater was not defective and pointed to other potential ignition sources. The jury found the manufacturer liable for the deaths.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$33,500,000

A 9-year-old boy was injured when a modified golf cart he was driving tipped over. The boy's parents sued the golf cart manufacturer and the homeowners for alleged design defects, warning deficiencies, and negligent supervision. The jury found the manufacturer liable for design and warning defects but also found the homeowner partially responsible. The case resulted in a jury award.

Dallas County • 2019
Settlement
$27,000,000

Two teenagers died in separate incidents. One died after being assaulted in a restaurant parking lot. The other died in a car crash while trying to take the first victim to the hospital. The families sued the restaurant, alleging negligent security. The case was settled after a jury verdict.

Brazos County • 2017
Settlement
$25,000,000

One driver was intoxicated and speeding when he lost control of his car, causing it to flip and catch fire. The passenger, who had been drinking at a bar earlier, died from his injuries. The passenger's mother filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the bar, the building owner, and the driver.

Dallas County • 2018
Settlement
$15,600,000

A 19-year-old employee of a car dealership was speeding and struck a 69-year-old victim. The victim suffered injuries including a broken arm, leg laceration, and allegedly a traumatic brain injury. The jury found the employee 80 percent at fault and the victim 20 percent at fault. The case resulted in a settlement.

Harris County • 2024
Settlement
$13,478,106

A 10-week-old infant was in a car seat when the vehicle he was in was struck by another car. The infant sustained a skull fracture and a severe brain injury. The lawsuit alleged that the child seat's aftermarket insert contributed to the severity of the head injury. The case involved claims against the driver of the other vehicle and the manufacturer of the child seat insert.

Dallas County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$8,900,000

A truck carrying passengers rolled over after striking two cows that had escaped onto a dark road. The driver's son and a passerby rescued the injured passenger before the truck caught fire. The passenger sustained severe injuries, including fractures and a brain injury, and required multiple surgeries. He testified to permanent disability and ongoing pain.

Dallas County • 2016
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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.