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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 601612 of 1,002+ cases

Mixed
$20,411

One driver was traveling on a freeway when the other driver failed to control her speed and caused a collision. The injured driver filed a lawsuit alleging the other driver was negligent. The defendant denied allegations and claimed the injured driver was also negligent and that her injuries were due to pre-existing conditions. The jury found both parties negligent and awarded damages to the injured driver.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,312

One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle. The jury found the defendant driver at fault. The injured person was awarded damages for past medical care.

Dallas County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,264

One driver was stopped at an intersection when the other driver, who was retrieving a dropped cell phone, collided with the rear of his vehicle. The injured driver claimed the collision aggravated a prior back injury, causing an annular tear and requiring chiropractic treatment. The defense argued a third vehicle caused the injured driver to stop suddenly and that the injuries were pre-existing and degenerative. The jury found the defendant negligent.

Travis County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,250

One driver was stopped at a red light when her vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed injuries to her back, neck, and shoulders. The driver who struck the other vehicle claimed the first driver cut her off and slammed on her brakes. The jury found the second driver liable for the accident.

Tarrant County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,191

One driver was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a five-car rear-end collision. The passenger claimed neck and back injuries, including a disc herniation. The passenger sued the driver of the last car in the chain for negligence. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries, noting minimal damage to the passenger's vehicle and that other parties involved did not claim injury. The jury found the defendant driver solely negligent and awarded damages.

Collin County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,191

A passenger in a car was involved in a five-car rear-end collision. The passenger claimed neck and back injuries. The passenger sued the driver of the last car for negligence, alleging the driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and control speed. The defense denied negligence and argued that other drivers were at fault. Medical evidence included an MRI showing a disc herniation, and the passenger sought damages for past and future medical costs and pain and suffering.

Collin County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver was traveling on a highway when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The driver who caused the collision fled the scene and was later found to be intoxicated. The injured driver alleged the collision caused a disc displacement and neck pain. The jury determined the collision caused harm and awarded damages.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their back and neck. The case proceeded to trial to determine damages, as liability was conceded.

Collin County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The plaintiff alleged the defendant was distracted by a mobile phone. The case proceeded to trial solely on the issue of damages.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver stopped for traffic and was hit from behind by the other driver. The driver who was hit from behind claimed injuries to their neck and back. The other driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the extent of the injuries caused by the accident.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while driving in Jefferson County. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to his back and hip. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages after liability was established. The jury awarded the injured driver $20,000 for his damages.

Jefferson County • 2021
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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.