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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
$3,280

One driver was backing out of a parking space when she struck a stationary car. The driver of the stationary car was not present. The driver who was backing out was sued by her passenger, who claimed injuries from the collision. The passenger sought damages for medical bills and pain and suffering. The defense argued the injuries were pre-existing and the impact was minor.

Dallas County • 2015
Settlement
$3,250

One driver pulled out of a private drive and struck the side of another vehicle. The first driver then pushed the plaintiffs' vehicle, fled the scene, and was later arrested. The plaintiffs sued for negligence, alleging the driver failed to yield, maintain a proper lookout, and was driving while intoxicated. The case involved claims of injuries from the initial impact and subsequent fleeing.

Travis County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$3,075

A bus passenger was injured when the bus she was riding was struck by another vehicle. The passenger claimed the other driver ran a red light. She sought damages for neck and back injuries, including past and future medical expenses and pain and suffering. The defense argued the injuries were minor and the treatment excessive. The jury awarded the passenger $3,075.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$3,024

A minor was a passenger in a vehicle when the defendant pulled out of a private driveway and struck the side of their vehicle. The plaintiff alleged the defendant was negligent in failing to yield the right of way and pulling out unsafely. The minor suffered neck and back sprain and strain injuries, along with headaches, which resolved without complications.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$3,000

A woman was in a wheelchair at an airport when the front wheels of the chair caught on an elevator lip, causing her to fall. She claimed the employee pushing the wheelchair should have backed it into the elevator and ensured the floor was level. The defense argued her injuries were pre-existing.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$3,000

One driver was operating a bus when the other driver merged into the intersection and struck the bus. The bus driver stated the other driver was negligent. The other driver claimed the bus driver violated their right-of-way. The collision caused injuries to the bus driver's neck and spine, requiring surgery. The jury found the second driver mostly at fault for the accident.

Harris County • 2018
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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

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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.