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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 6172 of 199+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$74,316

One driver failed to stop at a stop sign and hit another vehicle, which then reversed into a third vehicle. The occupants of the third vehicle claimed injuries to their neck and back. The jury found one of the drivers at fault.

Dallas County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$74,053

One driver ran a red light and was broadsided by another vehicle. The driver who ran the red light was found liable for the collision. The case proceeded to trial to determine damages for injuries to the neck, back, and ankle.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$68,368

One driver attempted to turn left out of a private drive and collided with another vehicle traveling straight. The driver turning left failed to yield the right of way. The occupants of the vehicle that was hit claimed injuries, including back and neck pain, and sought damages for medical bills and pain and suffering. The defense argued that the driver who was hit was speeding and that the turning driver had checked for traffic.

Denton County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$67,015

One driver was turning left at an intersection while the other driver was proceeding straight. The two vehicles collided. The driver who was turning left claimed injuries to her lower back and neck, including multiple lumbar injuries. The passenger in the turning vehicle also claimed multiple injuries.

Harris County • 2017
Settlement
$64,500

One driver was traveling through an intersection when another driver failed to yield the right-of-way and collided with their vehicle. The collision resulted in injuries to the driver and a passenger. The defendant was cited for failing to yield.

Galveston County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$60,520

One driver turned left and struck another vehicle. The occupants of the struck vehicle claimed injuries to their necks and backs. The lawsuit alleged the turning driver was negligent. The defense stipulated negligence, and the trial proceeded on damages. The jury found the driver liable for the injuries.

Dallas County • 2019
Settlement
$60,000

One driver was turning left from the oncoming lane when they collided with another driver. The injured driver claimed neck, back, and shoulder injuries. Medical evaluations showed a herniated disc in the neck with nerve impingement. The case was settled for the combined policy limits.

Dallas County • 2016
Settlement
$59,930

One driver was proceeding through an intersection when their car was struck on the right side by another car executing a left turn. The injured driver claimed back injuries, including sprains and strains, and aggravation of pre-existing neck and shoulder pain. Medical treatment included pain medication, injections, and physical therapy. The defense questioned the extent of injuries and the necessity of certain treatments.

Gregg County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$59,575

One driver was operating a school bus when the other driver failed to yield at a stop sign and struck the bus. The bus driver sustained neck and back injuries. The defendant admitted to causing the accident but disputed the extent of the injuries.

Harris County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$57,315

One driver was heading south and the other was heading north. The driver heading north attempted to turn left, and the driver heading south attempted to turn right. The two vehicles collided. The driver heading north was found to be more at fault for failing to yield the right of way. The injured driver claimed neck, back, and shoulder injuries.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$52,500

One driver was turning left when their SUV collided with the side of a minivan carrying a passenger. The SUV driver was arrested for driving while intoxicated. The passenger claimed neck and shoulder injuries.

Williamson County • 2018
Settlement
$51,000

One driver was traveling on a road when another driver exited a driveway and struck her vehicle. The injured driver sustained multiple injuries, including broken ribs and disc herniations. Her medical bills totaled over $46,000.

Dallas 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.