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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
$16,059
Median Outcome
$6K $51K
Typical Range
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Texas Settlements by Injury Type

How Texas case outcomes differ depending on injury severity.

Settlements (12%)

$26,500

Median from 286 cases

Verdicts (88%)

$15,692

Median from 2,125 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
$81,309

One driver was proceeding on a freeway when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The injured driver alleged the other driver was negligent in failing to control their vehicle, remain alert, keep a proper lookout, and apply the brakes in time. The court found the striking driver solely liable for the accident.

Harris County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$81,233

One driver was operating her vehicle when it was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed she suffered neck and back injuries. The driver of the other vehicle died from unrelated causes. The case proceeded to trial, and the jury awarded damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and impairment.

Williamson County • 2015
Settlement
$80,672

A bus passenger was injured when the bus rear-ended another vehicle. The passenger claimed the bus driver was negligent and that the bus companies were negligent in hiring and supervising the driver. The passenger sought damages for injuries, pain, and medical expenses.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$80,041

One driver was traveling behind another on a highway when the lead driver cut in front of the trailing vehicle to exit. The trailing vehicle rear-ended the lead vehicle and then swerved into another lane, where it was rear-ended by a third vehicle. This caused the third vehicle to swerve and strike the side of a fourth vehicle. The police report blamed the initial lane change. The injured parties claimed multiple injuries from the collisions.

Tarrant County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$80,000

One driver was traveling north and was struck by another driver who was turning across traffic into a parking lot. The impact propelled the second driver's vehicle into a third vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to his back, neck, and shoulder.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$80,000

One driver was slowing for traffic when the car behind them struck their vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to their back and neck, including aggravation of a pre-existing condition. The case proceeded against the insurer to determine damages.

Collin County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$79,635

One driver crashed into the back of another vehicle that was stopped at a red light. The driver who was hit alleged the other driver failed to pay attention, brake, or control their speed. The case went to trial, and the jury found in favor of the driver who was hit, awarding them damages for their injuries.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$79,635

One driver crashed into the back of another driver's vehicle while it was stopped at a red light. The driver who was rear-ended sustained injuries. The case went to trial, and the jury found in favor of the injured driver, awarding damages.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$78,499

One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended them, pushing their vehicle into a third vehicle. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including strains that aggravated pre-existing conditions. The defense argued the collision was not severe enough to cause the claimed injuries and that they were pre-existing.

Collin County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$78,244

One driver was making a left turn into a business driveway when the other driver, also traveling in the same direction, crashed into the rear of the first vehicle. The driver who was hit filed a lawsuit alleging the other driver's negligence caused their injuries. The case went to trial, and the jury found the second driver negligent, awarding damages to the first driver.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$77,758

One driver was traveling north on a highway in foggy conditions when another northbound driver rear-ended his tractor-trailer. The second driver's cab caught fire, and that driver sustained fatal injuries. The first driver claimed neck, knee, and back injuries. The case involved claims of reduced speed due to fog and a failure to maintain a proper lookout.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$77,000

A three-car collision occurred where one vehicle rear-ended another. The case proceeded to trial solely to determine damages. The jury awarded compensation for past and future pain, mental anguish, loss of earning capacity, physical impairment, and medical care.

Dallas County • 2022
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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.