One person filed a lawsuit after their daughter died in a car crash. The lawsuit alleged that attorneys involved in the case mishandled settlement funds. The court found the defendant guilty of civil theft and awarded damages and attorney's fees.
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One person filed a lawsuit after their daughter died in a car crash. The lawsuit alleged that attorneys involved in the case mishandled settlement funds. The court found the defendant guilty of civil theft and awarded damages and attorney's fees.
One driver filed a lawsuit against the United States of America after a motor vehicle accident. The driver claimed injuries from the collision. The court found the United States negligent and awarded the driver damages for property damage, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and physical impairment.
One driver sustained injuries in a motor vehicle accident involving another driver. The injured driver filed a lawsuit alleging negligence and seeking compensation for medical expenses. The defense denied allegations and asserted defenses including contributory negligence and pre-existing conditions. After several years and attorney changes, the case went to trial. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for past and future medical expenses. The court entered a judgment including damages, costs, and interest. The defendant appealed, but the appellate court affirmed the trial court's judgment.
One driver was involved in a collision. The incident resulted in injuries to the neck and back, along with general bodily harm.
One driver failed to stop for a stop sign and hit another vehicle, pushing it into a telephone pole. The injured driver claimed injuries to their neck and back, requiring treatment and rehabilitation. The insurance company argued the settlement with the at-fault driver was sufficient and the injuries were degenerative. A jury awarded future medical expenses and past pain and suffering.
A parked car was struck by a pickup truck driven by an unlicensed driver. The driver fled the scene but was later apprehended. The owner of the pickup truck was also sued for negligence in hiring and supervising the driver. The case involved claims of negligence and gross negligence against both the driver and the company.
One driver was approaching an intersection when another driver ran a red light, causing a collision. The injured driver claimed injuries to his back and neck, including a herniated disc and nerve impingement. The case proceeded to trial on damages only after liability was conceded. The jury awarded damages for past and future medical expenses, pain, and impairment.
Two people were involved in a legal case against a driver and a company. The case was filed in 2017 and involved a trial that took place in 2016. The outcome of the case was a verdict in favor of the plaintiffs.
One person filed a lawsuit against another after an incident that caused personal injuries. The lawsuit sought damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other losses. The defendant denied the allegations and raised a defense regarding medical expense limitations. The case went to trial, and a jury found in favor of the person who filed the lawsuit. The jury awarded general damages, and the court awarded attorney fees and costs.
One driver was making a left turn when the other driver struck their vehicle. The injured driver claimed lower back injuries, including aggravation of pre-existing conditions. Medical opinions differed on the extent of the injuries and the necessity of future surgery. The jury found both drivers partially at fault.
One business partner claimed the other partner fraudulently added a third person to their company and took money from the business. The first partner invested money and did not receive profits. The other partners denied the allegations. The jury found for the first partner on a civil theft claim.
One driver attempted an unsafe lane change and struck another vehicle. The driver who was struck sustained severe personal injuries. The case involved a dispute over uninsured motorist coverage and allegations of unfair settlement practices. A jury found the injured driver not responsible for the accident and awarded damages.
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Modified Comparative Fault (51% bar)
2 years from the date of the accident
$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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