A college student's SUV began smoking and decelerating on Interstate 10. A tanker truck, traveling at high speed and carrying hazardous material, rear-ended the SUV. The collision propelled the SUV into a retaining wall. The driver of the SUV suffered injuries and claimed the truck driver was negligent due to speeding and fatigue. The defense argued the injured driver was also negligent for not moving to the shoulder.
One driver was traveling north on a highway with a passenger when another driver rear-ended their vehicle. This caused a chain reaction, and the plaintiffs' vehicle struck two other cars. The plaintiffs claimed injuries to their back and neck.
One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended her vehicle, causing a multi-vehicle collision. The decedent's vehicle caught fire, and she suffered fatal injuries. The estate alleged that two bars were negligent in serving alcohol to the intoxicated driver who caused the crash. The bars failed to respond to the lawsuit, resulting in a default judgment.
One driver was slowing down in traffic when their car was hit from behind by a pickup truck. The driver who was hit suffered serious injuries to their aorta, back, hip, lungs, neck, and rib cage. The lawsuit alleged the truck driver was speeding and possibly distracted, and the employer was negligent in supervision and vehicle entrustment. The jury found the defendants liable for the accident and awarded damages.
One driver was slowing for traffic when the other driver, who was in the course and scope of his employment, struck the first driver's vehicle from behind. The first driver sustained serious injuries including a spinal fracture and required emergency surgery. The jury found the defendant driver and his employer negligent. The plaintiff was awarded damages for medical bills, physical impairment, disfigurement, pain, and lost earning capacity.
One driver alleged that a trailer extended into the roadway, causing a collision. The other driver claimed the first driver was speeding and not paying attention. The jury found both parties partially at fault.
One vehicle lost control and hit a barrier, becoming disabled in a traffic lane. Another vehicle then rear-ended the disabled vehicle. One person died, and others sustained injuries. The police report cited contributing factors against both drivers involved in the collision.
One driver was stopped to make a left turn when the other driver, who admitted to being distracted, rear-ended them at high speed. The injured driver was taken to the emergency room with neck pain and a head laceration. Later, they underwent a cervical fusion surgery and experienced symptoms of a mild traumatic brain injury and seizure-like symptoms. Medical bills exceeded $400,000.
A driver stopped at a red light was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her neck, back, and hips, requiring multiple surgeries and ongoing pain management. The other driver's employer was also named as a defendant. The defense argued the plaintiff's injuries were from subsequent incidents or pre-existing conditions.
A rear-end collision occurred involving a postal inspector's vehicle. The crash resulted in injuries to the lower back of one of the individuals involved.
One driver was traveling on a highway when another driver rear-ended his pickup truck, causing it to roll over. The injured driver claimed injuries to his neck and back. The case went to trial, and the jury found the defendant driver negligent and awarded damages.
One driver was rear-ended by another driver in a collision. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their neck and lower back. The other driver and their employer were found responsible for the collision. The injured driver sought medical treatment, including injections, and claimed ongoing pain and impairment. The defense argued the collision caused only minor injuries and disputed the need for extensive future treatment.
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Geography
Where Texas Cases Are Filed
Settlement amounts can vary significantly by location within Texas.
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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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.