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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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Browse all Texas car accident settlements and verdicts. Filter by injury or accident type.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$159,034

One driver was stopped or slowing due to debris in the road when another vehicle rear-ended them. The collision caused the first vehicle to spin and go off the road. One occupant claimed soft-tissue injuries, while the other claimed head and neck injuries.

Dallas County • 2016
Settlement
$151,500

One driver was stopped at a red light when their car was hit from behind by another vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to their back and neck. The case involved disputes over the extent of the injuries and whether they were caused by the accident or pre-existing conditions. The jury determined the total damages.

Harris County • 2020
Settlement
$151,500

One driver was traveling when their vehicle was struck in the rear by another driver. The injured driver experienced neck and back problems. The case involved claims for additional insurance benefits after settlements with the at-fault driver and the injured driver's own insurance company did not fully cover the damages. The jury determined the injured driver was entitled to past and future damages.

Harris County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$151,119

One driver was stopped when the driver behind them failed to keep a proper lookout and collided with the stopped vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended filed a lawsuit alleging negligence. The defendants argued that the plaintiff's damages were due to other causes and that the plaintiff was contributorily negligent. A jury found in favor of the plaintiff and awarded damages.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$150,000

One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle on a freeway in Beaumont. The injured driver had a pre-existing neck condition that was allegedly aggravated by the collision. The injured driver underwent neck surgery following the accident. The case proceeded to trial on causation and damages.

Jefferson County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$149,480

One driver was stopped in a turn lane when the other driver hit them from behind. The first driver claimed the second driver was speeding and following too closely. The second driver argued the first driver caused the crash. The jury found both drivers negligent, assigning more fault to the second driver.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$146,497

One driver stopped at a red light when the vehicle behind them rear-ended their pickup truck. The injured driver claimed back injuries, including disc herniations and nerve root impingement. Medical treatment included chiropractic care, injections, and recommendations for surgery. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages, with the jury awarding the injured driver over $146,000.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$146,253

One driver stopped for traffic on a road in Houston when the other driver failed to control their speed and hit the back of the stopped vehicle. The driver who was hit sustained serious injuries. The case went to trial, and a jury found in favor of the injured driver.

Harris County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$143,000

One driver was stopped or slowing down when the vehicle behind them hit their car. The driver who caused the crash admitted to hitting the other vehicle but disputed the extent of the injuries. The jury awarded damages to the people in the first car.

Harris County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$143,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when the vehicle behind her rear-ended her, pushing her car into the vehicle in front. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her neck, back, and shoulder, including a torn labrum and aggravation of preexisting conditions. She sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and impairment. The defense argued the injuries were preexisting and unrelated to the accident.

El Paso County • 2022
Settlement
$135,625

One driver rear-ended another vehicle on a highway in Dallas, Texas. The collision caused the pregnant driver of the first vehicle to go into premature labor. The newborn required NICU care. The occupants of the first vehicle also sustained injuries.

Dallas County • 2021
Settlement
$133,000

One driver ran into the back of another vehicle stopped at a red light. The injured driver claimed serious neck and back injuries. The drivers settled, but the injured driver's insurance company denied additional underinsured motorist benefits. A jury awarded the injured driver more compensation.

Harris County • 2017
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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.