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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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Verdict-Plaintiff
$147,943

One driver was going through an intersection with a green light when the other driver, in a patrol car, entered the intersection against a red light. The two vehicles collided. The driver who had the green light alleged the patrol car officer was negligent. The patrol car officer argued the other driver failed to yield to an emergency vehicle. The jury found in favor of the driver who had the green light.

Harris County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$147,708

One driver was traveling south and the other was traveling north. The northbound driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn and collided with the southbound driver's vehicle. The collision occurred at an intersection. The jury found in favor of the driver who was traveling south.

Harris County • 2024
Verdict-Plaintiff
$146,497

One driver stopped at a red light when the vehicle behind them rear-ended their pickup truck. The injured driver claimed back injuries, including disc herniations and nerve root impingement. Medical treatment included chiropractic care, injections, and recommendations for surgery. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages, with the jury awarding the injured driver over $146,000.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$146,253

One driver stopped for traffic on a road in Houston when the other driver failed to control their speed and hit the back of the stopped vehicle. The driver who was hit sustained serious injuries. The case went to trial, and a jury found in favor of the injured driver.

Harris County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$144,006

One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver, operating a cement mixer, changed lanes and struck the stopped vehicle. The driver who was struck alleged the other driver was negligent in changing lanes unsafely and failing to keep a proper lookout. The collision caused serious injuries to the neck, shoulder, and back.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$143,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when the vehicle behind her rear-ended her, pushing her car into the vehicle in front. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her neck, back, and shoulder, including a torn labrum and aggravation of preexisting conditions. She sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and impairment. The defense argued the injuries were preexisting and unrelated to the accident.

El Paso County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$143,000

One driver was stopped or slowing down when the vehicle behind them hit their car. The driver who caused the crash admitted to hitting the other vehicle but disputed the extent of the injuries. The jury awarded damages to the people in the first car.

Harris County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$141,535

One driver was in a lane next to another driver. The second driver entered the first driver's lane and collided with the passenger side of the first driver's vehicle. The first driver claimed a neck injury and sought damages for medical expenses, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and disfigurement.

Harris County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$140,356

One driver was going through an intersection when another driver turned in front of them, causing a collision. The injured driver was diagnosed with back and hip issues. The jury found the turning driver to be mostly at fault.

Harris County • 2019
Settlement
$135,625

One driver rear-ended another vehicle on a highway in Dallas, Texas. The collision caused the pregnant driver of the first vehicle to go into premature labor. The newborn required NICU care. The occupants of the first vehicle also sustained injuries.

Dallas County • 2021
Settlement
$135,530

One driver attempted an unsafe lane change and struck another vehicle. The driver who was struck sustained severe personal injuries. The case involved a dispute over uninsured motorist coverage and allegations of unfair settlement practices. A jury found the injured driver not responsible for the accident and awarded damages.

Harris County • 2019
Settlement
$134,188

A passenger on a motorcycle was injured when the motorcycle collided with a vehicle pulling out of a commercial driveway. The passenger claimed the other driver was negligent for turning in front of the motorcycle. The defense argued the motorcycle driver was contributorily negligent. The passenger sustained broken ribs, a broken finger, and road rash.

Brazoria 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.