One driver stopped for a school bus and was hit from behind by a pickup truck. The pickup truck driver was distracted by a cell phone call. The injured driver claimed back and neck injuries. The case proceeded to trial against the pickup truck driver and his employer.
One driver was stopped to turn into a parking lot when another driver rear-ended them. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries, while the passenger claimed neck injuries. The passenger underwent surgery for disc protrusions and spinal cord contact. The second driver argued the first driver changed lanes suddenly without signaling. The jury found the first driver 80% at fault and the second driver 20% at fault.
One driver was operating their vehicle on a freeway when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The driver who was struck sustained injuries including a fractured radius and ulna, a fractured tibia and fibula, and back muscle spasms. The jury found the striking driver negligent.
One driver was traveling on a highway when another vehicle struck the rear of her car. The injured driver claimed injuries to her neck, shoulder, and breast, including a ruptured breast implant. The other driver argued the impact was minor and the implant rupture was due to its age. The jury found in favor of the injured driver.
One driver was traveling behind another and struck the vehicle in front. The occupants of the struck vehicle sustained injuries to their neck and back. The jury found the driver who caused the collision liable for the injuries.
One driver was stopped on the road when another driver rear-ended them. The occupants of the stopped vehicle claimed multiple injuries, including herniated discs in their necks and back pain. The defense questioned the cause and timing of the injuries, suggesting potential collusion between the plaintiffs and their attorney. The case proceeded to a jury trial focused on damages.
One driver failed to stop and rear-ended a vehicle, pushing it into another car. The occupants of the first vehicle alleged injuries to their spinal discs. The defendant denied negligence and the extent of the injuries. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages.
One driver was traveling northbound when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The injured driver alleged the other driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and avoid the collision. The other driver denied negligence and claimed the injured driver had pre-existing conditions. The court found the defendant negligent.
One driver claimed the other driver was intoxicated after a rear-end collision. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for past and future physical pain and mental anguish, past and future physical impairment, and past and future medical care. Exemplary damages were also awarded.
One driver was stopped in traffic when another vehicle rear-ended her, pushing her car into the vehicle in front. The driver who was rear-ended complained of neck pain and later sought treatment for neck and back pain. She also underwent chiropractic care and received injections for her pain. Medical imaging showed disc bulges and protrusions in her spine.
One driver was traveling eastbound and the other was traveling northbound. The northbound driver attempted to turn right and pulled out in front of the eastbound vehicle, causing a collision. The passenger in the eastbound vehicle sustained a disc protrusion and bulge.
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.