One driver alleged another driver was negligent in striking their vehicle. A second driver then struck the first driver's vehicle, causing it to hit the plaintiff's vehicle a second time. The plaintiff suffered injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder. The parties resolved the claim for $60,750.
A driver was stopped in traffic when the vehicle behind him rear-ended his pickup truck. The driver of the rear vehicle was found to be negligent for failing to control his speed. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including sprains, strains, and headaches. Medical evaluations showed some disc issues, but also noted degenerative changes. The injured driver sought damages for past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, and physical impairment.
One driver was involved in a rear-end collision. The case was tried on damages only. The jury awarded the injured person compensation for past and future physical pain, past and future physical impairment, past loss of earning capacity, past and future medical care, and future medical expenses.
A three-car collision occurred. The case focused only on the damages sustained by one driver. The jury awarded compensation for past physical pain, past physical impairment, and past medical care.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit sustained serious injuries to their neck and back, including nerve damage that required surgery. The defense argued that a third party caused the accident or that the injured driver's own actions contributed to the collision. The jury found the striking driver fully responsible for the crash.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed serious injuries to their neck and back, including paralysis in one arm, requiring surgery. The other driver argued that a third vehicle caused the accident or that the injured driver's own actions contributed. The jury found the second driver fully at fault.
One driver stopped for a fallen tree branch and was hit from behind by another driver. The driver who was hit from behind claimed to have suffered neck and back injuries. The jury found the driver who caused the collision to be 100% at fault.
A passenger was injured when the vehicle she was in was struck from behind. The driver admitted to the collision but disputed the severity of the passenger's injuries. The passenger claimed the accident caused disc displacement and pain in her neck and back. The jury awarded damages for past medical expenses and pain and suffering.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while driving. The driver and their children were taken to the hospital. The driver claimed neck injuries, while the children had minor injuries. The case went to trial, and the jury found the other driver liable.
One driver struck the rear of another vehicle while traveling on a highway access road. The driver who was hit suffered injuries to their spine discs. The children in the vehicle suffered sprains and strains. The driver who caused the collision argued that the other driver's actions contributed to the accident and that the injuries were pre-existing.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while stopped on a street. The driver who was hit sought compensation for injuries and medical expenses. The other driver claimed the injuries were pre-existing. A jury found the second driver at fault and awarded damages.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle on a street. The driver who was hit claimed the other driver was inattentive and failed to follow traffic laws. The case went to trial, and the jury found the at-fault driver responsible for the crash. Damages were awarded for pain, impairment, and medical expenses.
Harris County • 2023
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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Texas Car Accident Settlement FAQs
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