One driver was stopped when their vehicle was hit from behind by another car. The occupants of the stopped vehicle claimed injuries to their back and neck. The defense conceded fault for the collision but argued the injuries were pre-existing. The jury considered the damages.
One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle. The injured driver alleged serious neck and back injuries. The jury found the second driver negligent but awarded no damages. The court later awarded the injured driver past medical expenses.
One driver was stopped at an intersection when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed serious neck injuries, including disc displacements, shoulder pain, and headaches, requiring injections. The other driver denied liability and the severity of the injuries. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for past medical expenses, past pain and suffering, and future medical expenses.
One driver was stopped at a red light when their vehicle was struck from behind by another driver. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their neck and back. The other driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the severity of the injuries.
One driver stopped at a red light had their vehicle struck from behind by another driver. The driver in front claimed injuries to their neck and back, including disc bulges. The driver who caused the collision admitted fault but disputed the severity of the injuries, suggesting they were degenerative. A jury found in favor of the injured driver.
One driver stopped at a red light when the car behind her rear-ended it, pushing it into her vehicle. The injured driver claimed neck, shoulder, arm, and chest pain. She sought damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The defense argued the injuries were minor and soft-tissue related.
One driver was stopped at a toll booth when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The first driver claimed injuries to their neck and back, including disc protrusions and nerve impingement, requiring injections. The second driver denied fault, suggesting the first driver stopped too abruptly and exaggerated injuries. The jury found the second driver negligent.
One driver stopped their vehicle and was hit from behind by the other driver. The driver who was hit claimed they suffered neck injuries. The other driver denied fault and suggested the injuries were exaggerated. The jury found the injured driver was owed compensation for past medical expenses and pain and suffering.
One driver rear-ended another on a road in Harris County. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, seeking compensation for medical expenses and pain. The court found the at-fault driver liable. The jury awarded damages for medical costs and pain and suffering.
One driver was on a highway when another driver entered from a feeder road and struck the first driver's vehicle. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries. The second driver admitted not seeing the first driver and suggested the first driver may have been speeding. The first driver sought damages for medical bills and pain and suffering.
One driver was stopped at a railroad crossing when the other driver crashed into the back of their vehicle. The person in the stopped car claimed they sustained neck and back injuries, along with headaches, as a result of the collision. The other driver denied fault and claimed the injured person was not hurt in the crash.
Dallas County • 2019
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.
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.