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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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Verdict-Plaintiff
$23,502

A collision occurred when one driver disregarded a stop sign and struck another vehicle. The insurance company for the struck vehicle paid damages to its insured. The insurance company then filed a lawsuit against the driver who ran the stop sign and the vehicle owner, alleging negligence and vicarious liability. The court ultimately ruled in favor of the insurance company, awarding damages.

Harris County • 2024
Settlement
$22,977

One driver allegedly operated a vehicle negligently, causing damage to another vehicle. The owner of the negligent driver's vehicle was accused of wrongfully entrusting it to an incompetent driver. The case involved claims for property damage, interest, and attorney's fees. A default judgment was entered against one driver, and claims against another were dropped.

Harris County • 2023
Settlement
$22,930

One driver was traveling east on a road and the other driver was traveling west. The westbound driver attempted to turn left and collided with the eastbound vehicle. The driver of the eastbound vehicle claimed neck and back injuries. The defense argued that the injured driver had prior injuries and that her view was obstructed.

Harris County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$22,334

A car accident happened in Houston when one driver drove unsafely and caused a collision. The other driver's insurance company paid for damages and then sued the at-fault driver. The court found the driver negligent and awarded damages to the insurance company.

Harris County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$22,000

One driver and another driver were involved in a motor vehicle accident. The jury determined that the accident caused damages. The damages included past physical pain and mental anguish, past physical impairment, and past medical care.

Dallas County • 2024
Verdict-Plaintiff
$21,920

One driver's vehicle was damaged in a collision caused by another driver. The insurance company compensated its insured for the loss. The insurance company then filed suit against the other driver, alleging negligent operation of the vehicle and wrongful entrustment. After service issues and a partial nonsuit against one defendant, the case proceeded to a bench trial against the remaining defendant. The court awarded damages, interest, and costs to the insurance company.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Defense
$21,801

One driver's insurance company sued another driver and their mother after a car accident. The insurance company claimed the mother was responsible for letting her son drive her car, and that his actions caused the crash. The insurance company had already paid their insured for the damages. The court entered a default judgment against the mother because she did not respond to the lawsuit.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$21,645

One driver was turning left out of a parking lot and crossed multiple lanes of traffic. The other driver was proceeding in the left lane and struck the turning vehicle. The driver who was turning admitted fault but claimed the other driver was also at fault for speeding and not paying attention. The injured driver sought damages for neck injuries, including herniated discs.

Harris County • 2019
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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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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.