A passenger in a pickup truck was injured when the van behind him rear-ended the pickup. The passenger claimed the van driver was negligent for failing to keep a proper lookout and control speed. The defense argued the pickup truck driver cut off the van. The passenger sought damages for neck and back injuries, including medical expenses and pain.
One driver struck the rear of another vehicle in Houston, Texas. The driver who was hit claimed the other driver was inattentive and failed to maintain a safe distance. The other driver argued the first driver stopped abruptly in traffic. The jury found the striking driver at fault.
A driver was rear-ended by a police officer while driving slowly in Houston. The driver claimed neck, back, and shoulder injuries. The police report initially blamed the officer, but was later supplemented to indicate fault on both drivers. The defense argued the injured driver was solely negligent. The jury found the officer's negligence caused the accident.
One driver was traveling northbound when their vehicle was struck from behind, pushing it into the vehicle in front. The driver who was hit from behind alleged injuries to their back, shoulder, neck, and teeth, requiring surgery. The other driver denied negligence and claimed the injured driver contributed to the collision. The jury found the defendant solely negligent.
One driver was involved in a rear-end collision. The case was tried on damages only. The jury awarded compensation for past and future physical pain, mental anguish, physical impairment, and past medical care.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle in Dallas County, Texas. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their neck and back. The jury found in favor of the injured driver.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle in Dallas County, Texas. The injured driver claimed the other driver was negligent. The jury found in favor of the injured driver.
One driver was traveling on a freeway when their car was struck from behind by a box truck. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their back and neck. The responding officer believed the truck driver failed to control speed, but also faulted the other driver for an unsafe lane change. The truck driver claimed the other driver suddenly moved into their path. The jury found both drivers equally liable for the accident.
One driver was operating a truck in Houston, Texas, and rear-ended the vehicle in front of them. The collision caused the driver in the front vehicle to sustain head and neck injuries. The jury found both drivers to be partially at fault for the accident.
One driver was traveling northbound on a freeway when the other driver's truck rear-ended their vehicle. The collision caused the injured driver to sustain head and neck injuries, including a disc injury requiring an injection. The jury found both drivers partially at fault for the accident.
A bus rear-ended a stopped vehicle in Dallas. The bus passenger claimed injuries to her neck and back. The bus company argued the impact was minor and the passenger's pain was unrelated. The jury found the bus company negligent and awarded damages.
One driver was traveling on a highway in Houston when a rear-end collision occurred involving multiple vehicles. The investigating officer cited the last driver for following too closely. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries, including a knee tear, back and neck sprains, and muscle spasms. The defense argued that the injured driver failed to prove the collision caused all the subsequent impacts. The jury found the last driver negligent.
Harris County • 2018
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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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.