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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
$2,000

One driver was found negligent in a motor vehicle accident. The injured person received damages for past physical pain and suffering, past mental anguish, past loss of earning capacity, future physical impairment, and past medical care.

Tarrant County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$2,000

One driver was found to be 75% at fault for a motor vehicle accident, while the other driver was found to be 25% at fault. The jury awarded damages for past physical pain and mental anguish, and past medical care.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$2,000

One driver and another driver were involved in a motor vehicle accident. The jury determined that the injured person experienced past mental anguish and incurred past medical expenses. The jury also found past loss of earning capacity.

Tarrant County • 2019
Verdict-Defense
$1,831

A lawsuit was filed after a motor vehicle accident. The plaintiff alleged one driver was negligent and caused the collision. The plaintiff also claimed the other driver negligently entrusted their vehicle to someone allegedly unfit to drive. The court entered a default judgment in favor of the plaintiff after the defendants did not appear for trial.

Harris County • 2024
Verdict-Defense
$1,831

One driver filed a lawsuit against two other drivers after a motor vehicle accident. The plaintiff alleged one driver drove negligently, causing a collision with the plaintiff's insured vehicle. The plaintiff also claimed the other driver negligently entrusted his vehicle to someone allegedly unfit to drive. The defendants did not appear for trial, and a default judgment was entered in favor of the plaintiff. The court awarded damages, interest, and court costs.

Harris County • 2024
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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.