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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
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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

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Texas Case Results

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

Showing 493504 of 1,002+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,833

One driver was stopped when their vehicle was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed they suffered injuries to their lower back. The other driver denied fault and suggested the injured driver exaggerated their injuries or contributed to the crash. The jury found in favor of the driver who was hit.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,818

One driver stopped at a red light was hit from behind by another vehicle. The occupants of the stopped vehicle claimed injuries to their necks and backs. The jury found the driver who caused the collision negligent and awarded damages for past medical expenses and pain and suffering.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,584

One driver was slowing for traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another driver. The impact pushed the first vehicle into the vehicle in front of it. The driver who was hit from behind suffered injuries to their neck and back. The jury found the second driver at fault.

Harris County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,584

One driver was traveling on a road when their car was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed injuries to their back, leg, neck, and shoulders. The lawsuit alleged the other driver was negligent due to inattention and failure to control speed. Evidence suggested the driver at fault may have been speeding and using a phone. The defense did not strongly dispute fault for the accident.

Harris County • 2021
Settlement
$27,570

One driver was stopped in traffic when another driver rear-ended them. The occupants of the stopped vehicle claimed neck and back injuries. The driver who caused the collision was found negligent. The case was settled.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,558

Three people in a stopped car were hit from behind by another car. They claimed injuries to their necks and backs. The driver of the car that was hit from behind alleged disc injuries, her mother alleged aggravation of existing disc injuries, and the passenger alleged neck and back sprains. The court ordered the defendant to pay the plaintiffs a total of $27,558.19.

Travis County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,504

One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended him. The injured driver claimed neck, back, and shoulder injuries. The jury found the at-fault driver negligent and awarded damages.

Collin County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,500

One driver was found negligent for causing a rear-end collision. The collision resulted in injuries to the neck and back. The jury awarded damages for past medical care and future medical expenses.

Dallas County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,286

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The jury found the plaintiff suffered past physical pain and incurred past medical expenses. The plaintiff was awarded damages for these injuries.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,100

One driver was traveling southbound on a highway and slowed down for traffic. The other driver, following behind, failed to maintain a proper lookout and rear-ended the first driver's vehicle. The collision caused the first driver to sustain personal injuries and damages. The court issued a default judgment against the second driver for failing to answer the complaint.

Harris County • 2021
Verdict-Defense
$27,039

One driver changed lanes unsafely and rear-ended another vehicle. The driver who was hit suffered personal injuries and sought compensation for medical bills, pain, and suffering. The case involved claims of negligence and negligent entrustment. A default judgment was initially entered, but the plaintiff later nonsuited the case.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$27,000

One driver was turning into an apartment complex when the other driver hit them from behind. The jury found the defendant responsible for the crash. The injured people were awarded money for past medical bills and pain.

Dallas County • 2023
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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.

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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.