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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.

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Settlement
$16,000

One driver ran a red light while the other driver was attempting to make a left turn. The passenger in the first vehicle sued both drivers, alleging negligence for failing to obey traffic laws and maintain proper lookout. The defendants argued that the passenger's injuries were due to pre-existing conditions and that their recovery should be limited. The case was settled with both drivers agreeing to pay for the passenger's claims.

Fort Bend County • 2025
Verdict-Plaintiff
$16,000

One driver was stopped or moving slowly in traffic when his vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. This caused the first vehicle to then hit the vehicle in front of it. The driver who was hit twice claimed injuries to his back and neck. The jury found the driver who initiated the first impact to be at fault.

Harris County • 2019
Settlement
$16,000

A minor passenger was injured in a car accident in Houston, Texas. The lawsuit alleged negligence caused painful personal injuries. The case was resolved through a court-approved settlement.

Harris County • 2024
Verdict-Plaintiff
$16,000

One driver was traveling south when another driver in a lane to the left attempted to turn right, crossing into the first driver's lane. The front of the first driver's vehicle collided with the side of the second driver's vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed neck and back injuries.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$16,000

One driver was traveling on a street when another vehicle struck the rear of her car. The injured driver claimed pain in her neck, lower back, and right hand. She alleged the other driver was negligent. The jury found in favor of the injured driver regarding her claimed injuries and damages.

Gregg County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$16,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The driver of the struck vehicle reported neck and back injuries. The jury found the defendant driver negligent and awarded damages for pain, impairment, and disfigurement.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$16,000

One driver was traveling on a street when another vehicle struck the rear of her car. The injured driver claimed injuries to her neck, lower back, and right hand. The case proceeded to trial on the issues of injuries and damages, with the other driver conceding liability. The injured driver sought damages for medical costs, pain, and impairment, while the defense argued her injuries were minor and potentially related to degenerative conditions or a subsequent accident.

Gregg County • 2019
Settlement
$16,000

One driver was traveling north when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle. The impact caused the first driver's car to go off the road into a wooded area. The first driver claimed neck injuries and difficulty working. The second driver disputed liability and the extent of the claimed injuries and treatment.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$15,936

One driver was merging onto a highway when the other driver rear-ended her. The injured driver claimed injuries to her neck, back, and shoulder. The case went to trial, and the jury found the at-fault driver negligent and awarded damages.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$15,921

A car accident happened in Houston, Texas. One driver was accused of driving unsafely and causing a collision with another vehicle. The court found the driver negligent and responsible for the damages. The injured parties were awarded compensation.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$15,874

One driver was found to have caused a rear-end collision. The jury determined that the collision resulted in past physical pain and mental anguish, as well as past medical care expenses. The jury also found gross negligence and awarded exemplary damages.

Dallas County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$15,840

One driver was making a left turn out of a shopping center and stopped in the northbound lanes. The other driver, traveling north, broadsided the stopped vehicle. The injured driver claimed chest pain and sprains to the upper back, lower back, and right shoulder, seeking damages for past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, and loss of use of his vehicle.

Collin 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.