Verdictly
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
Estimator

What's Your Texas Case Worth?

Select your injury type to see what similar Texas cases resolved for.

By Injury

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

Browse

Texas Case Results

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

Showing 409420 of 1,002+ cases

Settlement
$35,593

One driver was stopped at a stop sign when their pickup truck was struck from behind by another pickup truck. The driver and a passenger in the first truck claimed injuries. The passenger's claim was settled before trial. The driver's claim proceeded to trial, where the jury found the second driver liable for the accident.

Bexar County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$35,343

One driver was stopped in a construction zone when the other driver rear-ended her. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including a bulging disc. She underwent physical therapy and sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, suffering, and property damage. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries and lost wages.

Harrison County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$35,145

One driver was stopped at a traffic light and was struck from behind by another driver. The driver in front alleged injuries to their neck, back, knee, ankle, and head. The driver who was struck from behind was found to be 35% at fault, and the driver who caused the collision was found to be 65% at fault.

Denton County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$35,000

One driver was slowing for traffic when the other driver struck them from behind. The drivers disputed fault and the extent of injuries. The jury found the striking driver negligent and awarded damages for pain and suffering and medical expenses to the occupants of the first vehicle.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$35,000

One driver was slowing for traffic when the other driver struck them from behind. The injured drivers alleged they suffered neck and back injuries requiring chiropractic treatment. The other driver claimed the stop was sudden and denied serious injury. The jury found the striking driver negligent.

Harris County • 2015
Settlement
$35,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when another vehicle rear-ended them at high speed. The impact pushed the first vehicle into other cars and a barrier. The occupants of the first vehicle sought underinsured motorist benefits from their own insurance company after settling with the at-fault driver's insurer. One occupant sustained foot fractures, while the other had a head injury and a nose laceration.

Jefferson County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$35,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended them. The second driver claimed they were pushed into the first vehicle by a third car. The jury found the second driver at fault.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$35,000

One driver was found negligent after a rear-end collision. The crash resulted in injuries to the neck and back. The jury awarded damages for past and future pain, mental anguish, loss of earning capacity, physical impairment, and medical care.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$34,952

One driver was traveling on an on-ramp when the other driver, who was behind them, failed to control their speed and struck the back of the first vehicle. The collision caused the first vehicle to be propelled into a third vehicle, resulting in serious injuries to the first driver. The second driver was accused of failing to maintain a proper lookout, control speed, and take evasive action, among other allegations.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$34,500

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The jury found the defendant liable and awarded damages for past mental anguish, past physical pain, and past medical care to three individuals.

Dallas County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$34,210

One driver was stopped at a stoplight when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs. The defense argued the accident was minor and the injuries were not as severe as claimed. The jury found the at-fault driver negligent and awarded damages.

Harris County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$34,056

One driver was traveling northbound when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle then fled the scene on foot. The owner of the second vehicle was found to be negligent in entrusting the vehicle to a careless driver or was the driver themselves and failed to avoid the collision. The injured driver sustained injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder.

Harris County • 2023
Geography

Where Texas Cases Are Filed

Settlement amounts can vary significantly by location within Texas.

By County

Attorneys

Texas Car Accident Attorneys

Firms that have handled the most Texas car accident cases in our data.

How Much Is Your Texas Car Accident Claim Worth?

Answer a few quick questions and we'll compare your situation against real Texas case outcomes.

Get Your Free Estimate
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.

FAQ

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.