One driver was operating a car in a parking lot when it was struck by a tractor-trailer. The car driver claimed back and neck injuries. The driver of the tractor-trailer stated the car driver backed into him. Medical treatment included chiropractic visits, an MRI, and steroid injections. The defense argued the accident was too low-speed to cause significant injury.
One driver was traveling eastbound when the other driver failed to control her speed and struck the rear end of the first driver's vehicle. The first driver treated for pain in her neck and back following the accident. The jury found the second driver negligent.
One driver was making a left turn into a fast-food restaurant when they collided with another driver who was in the right lane. The driver who was turning claimed they yielded the right of way. The other driver claimed they swerved to avoid a collision. The jury found both drivers negligent and equally responsible.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The jury found the defendant at fault. The injured person sought damages for pain, impairment, medical care, and lost wages.
One driver was traveling on a highway when the other driver's tire blew out, causing that driver to swerve into the plaintiff's lane. The plaintiff then crashed into a concrete median wall. The plaintiff claimed injuries to his neck and back, seeking damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering.
One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries, including headaches and soft tissue damage to her neck, back, and hip. She sought past medical expenses and compensation for pain and suffering. The defense argued the impact was minor and questioned the necessity of some of the medical treatment.
One driver was stopped on a highway when another vehicle rear-ended them. A third vehicle then rear-ended the second vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed multiple injuries from the collisions. The drivers of the second and third vehicles were sued for negligent operation of their vehicles.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle. The injured person reported neck and back injuries, as well as injuries to their leg and shoulder. The jury found the defendant negligent.
One driver was traveling on a highway when the other driver, operating a heavy-duty truck, rear-ended their vehicle. The injured driver was taken to the hospital with severe injuries. The case proceeded to trial, and the jury found both parties negligent, assigning 50% responsibility to each. Damages were awarded for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and suffering.
One party filed a lawsuit regarding defaulted contracts and a security interest in a vehicle. The plaintiff alleged the defendants failed to make payments and granted a security interest in the vehicle. The plaintiff attempted to perfect this security interest, but the Department of Motor Vehicles refused to process the request. The defendants failed to surrender the vehicle or pay their debts. The court entered a default judgment in favor of the plaintiff for unpaid balances, attorney's fees, and costs.
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.