One driver was traveling on a highway and another was approaching an intersection with a stop sign. The driver with the stop sign proceeded into the intersection, and the two vehicles collided. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs.
One driver was traveling on a freeway service road when their vehicle was struck by another driver who ran a red light. The collision caused severe injuries to both occupants of the first vehicle. The plaintiffs alleged the other driver was negligent due to running a red light and inattention. The court granted a motion for summary judgment against the defendant's defenses. A jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering to both injured parties.
One driver was traveling southbound and the other was traveling northbound. The northbound driver attempted to turn left and collided with the southbound driver's vehicle. The southbound driver claimed the northbound driver was negligent for failing to keep a proper lookout, yield the right of way, and brake in time. They also alleged the northbound driver negligently allowed an unlicensed driver to operate their vehicle.
One driver ran a stop sign and hit another car at an intersection. The driver who was hit claimed neck and back injuries that were aggravated by the accident. The defense argued the injuries were pre-existing and degenerative.
One driver was attempting to turn left when they collided with another vehicle traveling straight. The injured person claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries and presented evidence of prior injuries and a past conviction.
One driver was proceeding through an intersection when their car struck the side of another vehicle making a left turn. The driver who was proceeding through the intersection claimed injuries to their back, neck, and shoulder. The lawsuit alleged the turning driver was negligent for failing to yield the right of way.
One driver was attempting a left turn at an intersection when their vehicle collided with the side of another vehicle. The driver who was turning claimed they had a green light, while the other driver stated they were in the correct lane. The collision resulted in injuries to the driver who was hit.
One driver was proceeding through an intersection when the other driver failed to obey a stop sign and struck their vehicle. The injured driver sought treatment for neck and back pain, which revealed injury to the discs of the cervical spine. The injured driver underwent a cervical epidural injection.
One driver failed to yield the right of way, causing a collision with another vehicle. The injured driver sustained personal injuries and sought damages. The case involved claims against the at-fault driver and an insurance company. The jury found the defendant driver negligent and awarded damages for past physical pain.
One driver pulled out of a parking lot and was broadsided by another driver. The injured driver claimed neck injuries, including strains, sprains, and a possible disc bulge. The case stipulated to liability. The jury awarded damages for past medical bills, pain, and impairment.
One driver was traveling east on Sherman Street in Houston, approaching Adams Street, while the other driver was approaching the same intersection on Adams Street. Both drivers had stop signs. The vehicles collided in the intersection. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs. The injured driver sued the other driver for running the stop sign and failing to yield. The defense argued the injured driver failed to keep a proper lookout.
One driver was traveling on a road when another driver turning left failed to yield the right of way, causing a collision. The crash resulted in injuries to the first driver's back, neck, thumb, and wrist. The injured driver filed a lawsuit alleging negligence, seeking damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, and other losses. The other driver denied the allegations and raised several defenses. A jury found the second driver negligent and awarded damages.
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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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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.