A multi-car accident happened when one driver failed to control speed and hit another vehicle, causing a chain reaction. The injured person sued, alleging negligence for failing to pay attention, maintain distance, and driving too fast. They sought damages for medical expenses, pain, suffering, and lost earnings. The defendant denied the allegations and raised defenses. The case went to trial, and the jury awarded damages. The case was dismissed after the defendant paid the award plus additional costs.
One driver stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended her, causing her to hit the vehicle in front. The second driver was arrested for driving while intoxicated. The injured driver sued for negligence, alleging back and neck sprains, disc bulges, radiating pain, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The defense argued her injuries were pre-existing.
One driver stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended her, causing her to hit the vehicle in front. The second driver had been drinking and admitted to looking at his phone at the time of the crash. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including disc bulges, and emotional distress. The defense argued that her injuries were pre-existing.
One driver was traveling through an intersection when the other driver ran a stop sign and collided with the side of their car. Both vehicles left the road and struck a fence. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries, including a fractured sternum and rib, and was hospitalized for rehabilitation.
One driver was proceeding on a freeway when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The injured driver alleged the other driver was negligent in failing to control their vehicle, remain alert, keep a proper lookout, and apply the brakes in time. The court found the striking driver solely liable for the accident.
One driver was operating her vehicle when it was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed she suffered neck and back injuries. The driver of the other vehicle died from unrelated causes. The case proceeded to trial, and the jury awarded damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and impairment.
A bus passenger was injured when the bus rear-ended another vehicle. The passenger claimed the bus driver was negligent and that the bus companies were negligent in hiring and supervising the driver. The passenger sought damages for injuries, pain, and medical expenses.
One driver was traveling northbound and the other was traveling westbound at an intersection controlled by a stoplight. The northbound driver broadsided the westbound driver. The northbound driver claimed multiple injuries, including back pain and disc herniations. The westbound driver claimed headaches, a chest contusion, and neck and shoulder sprains. The jury found the westbound driver negligent.
One driver was traveling behind another on a highway when the lead driver cut in front of the trailing vehicle to exit. The trailing vehicle rear-ended the lead vehicle and then swerved into another lane, where it was rear-ended by a third vehicle. This caused the third vehicle to swerve and strike the side of a fourth vehicle. The police report blamed the initial lane change. The injured parties claimed multiple injuries from the collisions.
One driver was slowing for traffic when the car behind them struck their vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to their back and neck, including aggravation of a pre-existing condition. The case proceeded against the insurer to determine damages.
One driver was traveling north and was struck by another driver who was turning across traffic into a parking lot. The impact propelled the second driver's vehicle into a third vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to his back, neck, and shoulder.
One driver crashed into the back of another vehicle that was stopped at a red light. The driver who was hit alleged the other driver failed to pay attention, brake, or control their speed. The case went to trial, and the jury found in favor of the driver who was hit, awarding them damages for their injuries.
Harris County • 2023
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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