One driver was traveling in stop-and-go traffic when a trailing vehicle rear-ended her. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her neck, back, and elbow, as well as mental anguish. The driver who hit her claimed the other vehicle stopped suddenly while merging lanes. A witness stated the trailing vehicle caused the collision by merging improperly. The jury awarded the injured driver damages.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed serious neck and back injuries. The jury found the second driver 100% at fault for the collision.
One driver was traveling on a highway when he encountered a hole in the pavement. His tire blew out, causing him to lose control. He claimed the hole aggravated a pre-existing shoulder injury. The state agency responsible for the road was sued for premises liability, alleging they knew or should have known about the dangerous condition. The defense argued the condition was pre-existing and the driver was negligent.
One driver was traveling south on a highway when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed injuries to their back, thigh, and shoulder. The second driver alleged the first driver sped up, cut in front, and then braked suddenly, causing the collision. The injured driver sought damages for medical expenses, pain, and lost earnings.
One driver stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended them. The driver who was stopped claimed injuries to their neck and back. The driver who rear-ended the other stated they were distracted by items that fell on the floorboard. The injured driver sought payment for past medical expenses.
One driver was traveling north and the other was traveling west. The driver traveling west had a stop sign but failed to stop. The driver traveling north broadsided the other vehicle in the intersection. The driver who failed to stop claimed hand, neck, and back injuries.
One driver claimed the other driver rear-ended her, backed up, and then rear-ended her again. The jury found the defendant negligent. The award included past medical care.
One driver was stopped at a red light when their vehicle was hit from behind by another driver. The driver who was hit sued, alleging the other driver failed to control their speed and maintain a proper lookout. The lawsuit sought damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost income. The jury found in favor of the injured driver.
One driver was traveling south on University Avenue in Lubbock when they collided with another driver also traveling south. The plaintiffs alleged the defendant driver was negligent in operating her vehicle, attempting to turn right across lanes of traffic. The defendant driver denied full liability, suggesting the plaintiff driver may have contributed to the accident. The plaintiffs claimed multiple injuries, including neck, back, and elbow pain, and sought damages for medical expenses, physical impairment, and pain and suffering. The defense argued that the plaintiff's injuries were pre-existing.
A credit union sued a borrower for defaulting on a car loan. The borrower failed to make payments, and the credit union repossessed and sold the vehicle. A deficiency balance remained, and the borrower did not cure the default. The court granted a default judgment in favor of the credit union for the remaining balance, attorney's fees, and court costs.
One driver was stopped at a red light when their vehicle was struck from behind in a three-car collision. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries. The case proceeded against one of the drivers who allegedly caused the rear-end impact. The defense argued the impact was minor and the injuries were pre-existing.
Harris County • 2018
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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Texas Car Accident Settlement FAQs
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