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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.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,568

In a parking lot, one driver backing out of a space struck the side of another vehicle. The occupants of the struck vehicle claimed back and knee injuries. The jury found in favor of the plaintiffs.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,544

One driver was exiting a parking lot and intended to cross northbound lanes. The other driver was a passenger in a vehicle in the middle lane. The two vehicles collided. The passenger claimed multiple injuries and sought damages for pain and suffering. The defense argued that the passenger's injuries were not solely caused by the accident and pointed to pre-existing conditions.

Tarrant County • 2015
Settlement
$6,500

A minor was injured in a car accident allegedly caused by another driver's negligence. The parties reached a settlement, which the court approved. The settlement included payments for medical expenses, attorney fees, and services rendered by a Guardian Ad Litem.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,217

One driver and another driver were involved in a car accident. This led to a physical altercation. One driver then filed a criminal complaint against the other, but it was dismissed. The first driver sued the second driver for malicious prosecution. The second driver filed counterclaims for defamation, assault, and conspiracy. The court granted summary judgment for the first driver on the counterclaims and for the malicious prosecution claim, awarding damages for medical bills and attorney's fees.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,099

One driver failed to yield the right of way at a stop sign while attempting to turn left. This driver crashed into another vehicle. The driver who failed to yield received citations for multiple traffic violations. The other vehicle sustained damages.

Harris County • 2021
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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.