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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.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$21,262

One driver stopped on a highway feeder road, and the other driver rear-ended her. The driver who was stopped was yielding to traffic exiting the freeway. The driver who rear-ended the stopped vehicle admitted fault but initially denied negligence, claiming they had just finished a phone call and did not see traffic exiting the freeway. The plaintiffs claimed neck and back sprains, strains, and headaches. They also sought damages for lost income from horse boarding and housekeeping, as well as lost income from ice skating lessons for the child.

Denton County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$21,200

A passenger in a car was injured when the vehicle they were in was hit from behind while slowing down on a freeway. The driver of the second car was accused of failing to control their speed and avoid the collision. The jury found the second driver negligent and awarded the passenger damages for past pain and suffering and past lost earnings.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,885

One driver was traveling eastbound on a road when another driver rear-ended them. The driver who was hit claimed neck and back injuries. The driver who caused the collision stated they looked away and did not have enough time to stop. The defense argued the injured driver was parked in the roadway without lights on. The jury found both drivers partially responsible for the collision.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,840

A three-car collision occurred where the plaintiff alleged the defendant was driving while intoxicated and without a license. The jury found the defendant negligent.

Dallas County • 2025
Verdict-Defense
$20,728

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person claimed neck and back injuries. The jury found the defendant not negligent and awarded damages for past physical pain, past physical impairment, and past medical care.

Tarrant County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,727

One driver was stopped at a red light when her vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to her back and neck, including herniated discs and nerve impingement. The defense argued the collision was minor and the injuries claimed were not caused by the accident. The jury found both drivers shared liability.

Harris County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,680

One driver rear-ended another vehicle at an intersection. The jury found the defendant at fault. The injured person was awarded damages for past physical pain and suffering, past mental anguish, past physical impairment, and past medical care.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,673

One driver was riding in a stopped minivan when another driver rear-ended them. The injured person claimed neck, back, and shoulder injuries. The case proceeded to trial, with the defense disputing the necessity of medical treatment.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,667

One driver was traveling straight when the other driver made an improper left turn in front of them, causing a collision. The injured driver alleged the other driver failed to keep a proper lookout, brake in time, take evasive action, and yield the right of way. The other driver denied negligence and injury.

Harris County • 2020
Settlement
$20,621

One driver rear-ended another vehicle in Houston, Texas. The driver who was hit sued the other driver, alleging the defendant failed to pay attention and control their speed. The case initially resulted in a default judgment for the plaintiffs, but the parties later reached a settlement agreement.

Harris County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,575

One driver was operating a motorcycle in a highway HOV lane when another driver changed lanes. The motorcycle driver stated the other driver made an unsafe lane change, cutting him off and causing a collision with the rear of her car. The other driver claimed the lane change was legal. The injured driver sought damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, physical impairment, and disfigurement.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,504

One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle and left the scene. The injured driver claimed neck, back, and shoulder injuries. The lawsuit alleged the at-fault driver was negligent and grossly negligent, possibly due to fatigue or alcohol. The jury found the driver liable and grossly negligent.

Gregg County • 2019
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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.