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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 2529 of 29+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$7,750

One driver was entering a traffic circle when another driver entered from a different street and sideswiped them. The investigating officer placed fault on the driver who failed to yield the right of way. The injured driver claimed lower back and wrist injuries.

Tarrant County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$7,500

One driver was entering a highway ramp when they collided with another vehicle. The first driver claimed a knee injury. The second driver denied fault, stating the first driver entered their lane. The jury found both drivers partially at fault.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$2,000

One driver was changing lanes when their vehicle struck the side of another vehicle. The occupants of the struck vehicle claimed spinal injuries. The driver who changed lanes stated they experienced a sudden vision problem, causing them to misjudge the distance to the other vehicle. The jury found the driver who changed lanes negligent.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$904

One driver made an unsafe lane change and struck another vehicle. The occupants of the struck vehicle claimed back and neck injuries. The driver who changed lanes acknowledged being distracted by a navigation system. The jury found the driver who changed lanes negligent and awarded damages.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$245

Two people were injured when their car was sideswiped by another vehicle. They claimed the other driver was negligent for not paying attention and changing lanes unsafely. The other driver denied fault and said the injured person caused the crash. The jury found both drivers partially at fault. The injured person was awarded a small amount for transportation costs.

Harris County • 2017
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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.