One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The driver who was stopped claimed to have sustained injuries to their lower back, requiring orthopedic treatment. The parties settled the case.
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One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The driver who was stopped claimed to have sustained injuries to their lower back, requiring orthopedic treatment. The parties settled the case.
One driver was traveling in Houston, Texas, when their vehicle was struck from behind by another car. The impact caused a chain reaction, and the plaintiff's vehicle was also hit from behind. The plaintiff claimed the defendant was negligent and caused injuries to their lower back. The defendant argued the plaintiff was comparatively negligent and had pre-existing injuries. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
A rear-end collision happened on a private drive in a shopping mall. The jury found one driver at fault and the other driver not at fault. The injured person received compensation for past physical pain, past physical impairment, and past medical care.
One driver was reversing out of a parking spot and struck the other driver's vehicle. The injured driver claimed the accident caused disc injuries to their spine, requiring treatment. The other driver denied negligence and injury.
One driver was hit from behind by the other driver in Harris County, Texas. The driver who was hit from behind said they had injuries to their lower back. The other driver admitted to hitting the vehicle but denied the injuries. A jury awarded the driver who was hit from behind money for past and future damages.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle that was stopped at a red light. The occupants of the stopped vehicle claimed injuries to their necks, backs, and shoulders. The defense argued the impact was minor and the injuries were exaggerated. The jury found the driver who caused the collision negligent and awarded damages to the plaintiffs.
One driver was stopped at a traffic light when another driver rear-ended them. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed multiple injuries, including neck, back, and shoulder issues, as well as headaches. The defense argued the impact was minor and questioned the necessity of some treatments. The jury found the second driver negligent and awarded damages.
One driver was stopped in traffic when the vehicle behind them struck their car. The driver who was hit filed a lawsuit seeking compensation for pain, medical expenses, and other damages. The other driver denied fault. A jury found in favor of the driver who was hit and awarded them damages.
One driver was exiting a parking lot and turned into the path of another vehicle that was driving on the road. The second vehicle struck the rear of the first vehicle. The driver who was exiting the parking lot was found responsible for the accident. The injured driver claimed injuries to his back and leg.
One driver was stopped in traffic when another driver rear-ended him. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to his neck, back, shoulder, and leg. He sought damages for past medical expenses and pain and suffering. The jury awarded him $21,555.
One driver was stopped at an intersection preparing to turn when the other driver allegedly rear-ended her. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries and sought damages for medical expenses and pain. The other driver claimed the injured driver stopped suddenly. The jury found both drivers negligent and awarded damages.
One driver stopped in traffic, and the vehicle behind them rear-ended it, causing a chain reaction. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed they suffered neck and back injuries. The case proceeded to trial against one of the drivers involved in the collision.
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Modified Comparative Fault (51% bar)
2 years from the date of the accident
$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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