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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 793804 of 1,002+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,273

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The jury found the defendant driver mostly at fault for the collision. The injured person was awarded damages for past physical pain and suffering and past medical care.

Dallas County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,220

One driver was traveling southbound on a highway when another driver rear-ended the vehicle in front of them. The second driver's vehicle then struck the side of the first driver's vehicle. The investigating officer cited the second driver for failing to control their speed. The first driver claimed back and wrist injuries. The case proceeded against the insurance company for underinsured motorist benefits.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,200

One driver was stopped in traffic due to a work convoy when the vehicle behind them rear-ended them. A third vehicle then rear-ended the second vehicle, pushing it into the first vehicle a second time. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries. The second driver and their three children also claimed injuries.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,200

One driver was found to be 51% at fault for a rear-end collision. The other driver was found 49% at fault. The collision resulted in neck and back injuries.

Tarrant County • 2024
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,113

One driver was involved in a rear-end collision. The case was tried on damages only. The jury awarded damages for past physical pain and mental anguish and past medical care.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,000

One driver stopped at a red light and was hit from behind by a tractor-trailer. The impact pushed the stopped vehicle into the car in front of it. The driver of the tractor-trailer was found liable for the collision. The injured driver suffered injuries to her neck, back, and hip.

Harris County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,000

A teacher was stopped in traffic when another driver rear-ended her vehicle. The impact pushed her car into the car in front of her. She claimed her back injuries were aggravated by the collision. The defense argued her injuries were pre-existing. The jury found the defendant driver negligent and awarded damages.

Harris County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,000

One driver stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries, including herniated discs and aggravation of a pre-existing hip condition. Medical experts disagreed on whether the injuries were caused by the accident or pre-existing conditions. The jury awarded damages.

Bowie County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,000

One driver was found negligent after a rear-end collision in stop-and-go traffic. The crash resulted in neck and back injuries for the other driver. The jury awarded damages for past pain, mental anguish, medical care, and lost earning capacity.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured driver claimed the other driver fled the scene. A jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for past physical pain, mental anguish, physical impairment, and medical care.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$12,000

One driver was involved in a rear-end collision while stopped at a red light. The jury found damages for past loss of earning capacity and past medical care for both individuals involved.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$11,973

One driver was slowing down for traffic on a highway ramp when the other driver rear-ended his pickup truck. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries and sought damages for medical expenses and pain. The other driver argued that the injured driver stopped suddenly after the lanes merged. The jury found the driver who caused the collision liable.

Dallas 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.