One driver stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended her. The driver who caused the crash admitted fault at the scene. The injured driver claimed injuries to her neck, back, leg, face, and shoulder, as well as headaches. She underwent extensive medical treatment, including surgery. The case settled for $250,000.
One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver failed to control their speed and rear-ended them. The collision caused serious injuries requiring extensive medical treatment. The injured driver sued the other driver and their employer, alleging negligence. The employer raised defenses including governmental immunity. The case proceeded to a jury trial where the employer was found solely negligent.
One driver was rear-ended by a commercial truck while stopped in traffic. The driver and his son claimed injuries. The case proceeded to trial for the driver's damages only, as the son settled and liability was stipulated. The driver sought compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and physical impairment.
One driver sued another after a collision where the defendant allegedly failed to control their vehicle's speed and struck the rear of the plaintiff's vehicle. The plaintiff claimed severe injuries and sought damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other losses. The defendant denied the allegations and raised several defenses. A jury found in favor of the plaintiff.
One driver sued another after a collision on November 26, 2018. The first driver stated they were hit from behind at an intersection. They claimed the other driver failed to control their speed and breached their duty of care. The injured driver sought damages for personal injuries and property damage. The other driver denied the allegations and raised several defenses. The case went to trial, and a jury found in favor of the injured driver.
A driver was stopped on a county road when her car was hit from behind by a minivan. The driver claimed injuries to her head, neck, and shoulder, including a concussion and a bulging disc. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries and causation, noting the driver did not complain of a head injury at the hospital and had a history of migraines. The jury found in favor of the plaintiff.
One driver was stopped at a stop sign when their pickup truck was struck from behind by another pickup truck. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their back, including disc herniations and fractures. The other driver acknowledged being distracted at the time of the accident. Medical experts testified regarding the extent of the injuries and the need for future treatment, while defense experts argued the injuries were degenerative and pre-existing.
One driver was traveling west and the other was traveling north at an intersection with stop signs. One driver claimed the other ran a stop sign, causing a collision. The injured driver claimed back and shoulder injuries. The jury found the second driver liable for the accident.
A driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while waiting to enter a freeway access road. The injured driver claimed back injuries and sought underinsured motorist benefits. The trial focused on causation and damages, with the jury awarding compensation for past and future medical costs, pain, and impairment.
One driver was stopped at a yield sign when another driver rear-ended her. The injured driver claimed back, neck, and shoulder pain. She received treatment including chiropractic care, physical therapy, and injections. A later MRI showed a disc bulge. She later had another accident which aggravated her condition. The defense argued her issues were pre-existing.
One driver stopped in a construction zone, and another driver rear-ended her. The impact pushed the first driver's vehicle into the car in front of it, which then hit a fourth vehicle. The first driver claimed multiple injuries, including a traumatic brain injury and spine issues. Her medical treatment included knee replacement surgery and recommended spinal surgery. The defense argued her conditions were pre-existing.
One driver stopped at a red light when the car behind them rear-ended them. The impact caused a chain reaction, and a third vehicle then rear-ended the middle car. The driver who was initially stopped claimed injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder. The case proceeded to trial against the insurance company for one of the drivers who caused the collision.
Dallas County • 2017
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.
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Texas Car Accident Settlement FAQs
Answers based on real Texas case data and state law.
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