A passenger in a car was broadsided at an intersection when the other driver ran a red light. The injured person claimed a shoulder injury and sought damages for medical bills, lost earning capacity, and pain. The defense argued the injury was a sprain and not necessarily related to the accident. The case went to a jury for a determination of damages.
One driver was stopped at a red light in a left turn lane when another driver ran a red light and struck the stopped vehicle. The passenger in the stopped vehicle claimed injuries including post-traumatic stress disorder, mild traumatic brain injury, neck and shoulder sprains, and aggravated migraines. The case involved a settlement with one insurer and a claim against an underinsured motorist carrier.
One driver was proceeding through an intersection when her vehicle was struck on the side by another vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to her back, hip, neck, and shoulder. The police report indicated the other driver disregarded a stop-and-go signal. The defense stipulated to liability.
One driver was traveling east in a middle lane when another driver was traveling south. The first driver broadsided the second driver in an intersection. The police concluded the second driver disregarded a red light and was not paying attention. The second driver denied negligence, claiming her light was green and the first driver ran a red light. The injured driver claimed disc herniations, neck and lower back sprains, and burns from airbag deployment.
One driver's vehicle was damaged in a collision with another vehicle at an intersection. The insurance company for the damaged vehicle compensated its insured and then sued the other driver, alleging negligence caused the crash. The defendant claimed they were not responsible. The court ruled in favor of the insurance company, awarding the full amount of damages.
One driver was traveling through an intersection when the other driver ran a stop sign and collided with the side of their car. Both vehicles left the road and struck a fence. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries, including a fractured sternum and rib, and was hospitalized for rehabilitation.
One driver was traveling northbound and the other was traveling westbound at an intersection controlled by a stoplight. The northbound driver broadsided the westbound driver. The northbound driver claimed multiple injuries, including back pain and disc herniations. The westbound driver claimed headaches, a chest contusion, and neck and shoulder sprains. The jury found the westbound driver negligent.
One driver and two passengers were traveling on a street in Dallas when they collided with another vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed neck and back injuries, with one also diagnosed with a concussion and claiming permanent cognitive impairment. The other driver admitted fault. The defense questioned the extent and permanence of the claimed injuries.
One driver was attempting a left turn when another driver broadsided her. The driver who turned claimed injuries to her neck and back. The investigating officer and the turning driver agreed that the turning driver failed to yield the right of way. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries and the necessity of future medical treatment.
One driver was heading south and the other was heading west. The driver heading west struck the side of the other vehicle toward the front. The police report faulted the driver heading west for running a red light. The injured parties claimed neck and back injuries. The case was submitted to the jury on damages only.
One driver attempted a left turn from a parking lot and struck the other driver's vehicle on its right side. The investigating officer placed fault on the driver making the turn for failing to yield the right of way. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs and annular tears. Medical experts opined the injuries were caused by the accident. The defense disputed causation and pointed to delays in treatment and pre-existing conditions. The jury awarded damages for past medical expenses.
One driver was attempting to make a left turn when another vehicle swerved to avoid a collision. The two vehicles then collided. The investigating officer faulted the turning driver for failing to yield the right of way. The injured person claimed multiple injuries, including a head injury and back pain.
Galveston 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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