One driver was stopped at a yield sign when the other driver rear-ended her. The injured driver claimed neck injuries and underwent surgery for cervical disc herniations. She sought damages for pain and medical expenses. The defense argued the injuries were pre-existing. The case settled for the policy limit.
One driver was preparing to turn when another driver attempted to pass. The passing driver struck the front of the first vehicle. The injured driver sustained multiple injuries, including a skull fracture and a torn rotator cuff. The case focused on damages, as the injured driver could no longer perform his previous job.
One driver fell asleep at the wheel and struck a stopped school bus. The collision resulted in multiple fatalities and one passenger sustained a traumatic brain injury. The case involved claims of negligence against the employer and other entities.
A disabled truck was hit by another truck on a highway in Fort Worth, Texas. The collision threw one driver into the air and caused severe injuries. The injured driver alleged the other driver was negligent and sought over $1,000,000 for medical expenses and pain.
One driver was traveling southbound when another driver in a tractor-trailer changed lanes and collided with their vehicle. The first vehicle left the road and flipped over. The injured person sustained broken ribs and a lacerated spleen. Medical bills totaled about $52,000.
A case involving injuries to minor children, specifically skull fractures and traumatic brain injuries. The details of the accident and the parties involved are not specified in this summary.
A charter bus carrying passengers veered off a highway and struck a barrier before rolling over. The passengers claimed multiple injuries from the crash. The driver was found negligent in operating the vehicle. One passenger sustained a fractured cervical disc requiring surgery and claimed pain, limitations, and emotional distress. The other passenger suffered bruising and lacerations and also claimed emotional distress.
One driver lost control of his pickup truck and camper trailer on a dark, rainy highway, causing it to stop in the road. Another truck driver, who did not see the disabled vehicle until it was too late, collided with the pickup. The driver of the pickup sustained injuries to his foot, neck, and back.
One driver was operating a tractor-trailer and struck a sedan carrying a passenger. The passenger claimed injuries to their neck and arm. The case went to trial, and the jury found in favor of the passenger.
A worker was standing near his co-worker's truck when another truck struck him. The injured worker claimed injuries to his lower back, pelvis, and knee. He sued the driver and the driver's employer, alleging negligence in the operation of the vehicle and gross negligence in training and equipment. The defense argued the injured worker was also at fault. The jury found the driver and employer negligent but also found the injured worker partially at fault.
One driver was turning left in one of two adjacent left turn lanes. The other driver was in the other left turn lane and reportedly went straight, causing a collision. The injured driver claimed torn cartilage in the hip, which was treated conservatively. The jury awarded $950,000.
One driver was making a left turn while the other driver continued straight in a lane that did not permit it. The two vehicles collided. The injured driver claimed hip injuries, including a torn labrum, and sought damages for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
Dallas 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.
FAQ
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.