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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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Texas Case Results

Browse all Texas car accident settlements and verdicts. Filter by injury or accident type.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$79,635

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
Verdict-Plaintiff
$79,237

One driver and two passengers were traveling on a street in Dallas when they collided with another vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed neck and back injuries, with one also diagnosed with a concussion and claiming permanent cognitive impairment. The other driver admitted fault. The defense questioned the extent and permanence of the claimed injuries.

Dallas County • 2016
Settlement
$78,500

One driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing a vehicle to roll over. The passengers claimed multiple injuries, including lacerations and a fracture. Medical bills were incurred for both passengers. The case settled before a lawsuit was filed.

Refugio County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$78,499

One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended them, pushing their vehicle into a third vehicle. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including strains that aggravated pre-existing conditions. The defense argued the collision was not severe enough to cause the claimed injuries and that they were pre-existing.

Collin County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$78,244

One driver was making a left turn into a business driveway when the other driver, also traveling in the same direction, crashed into the rear of the first vehicle. The driver who was hit filed a lawsuit alleging the other driver's negligence caused their injuries. The case went to trial, and the jury found the second driver negligent, awarding damages to the first driver.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$77,758

One driver was traveling north on a highway in foggy conditions when another northbound driver rear-ended his tractor-trailer. The second driver's cab caught fire, and that driver sustained fatal injuries. The first driver claimed neck, knee, and back injuries. The case involved claims of reduced speed due to fog and a failure to maintain a proper lookout.

Harris County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$77,224

One driver was attempting a left turn when another driver broadsided her. The driver who turned claimed injuries to her neck and back. The investigating officer and the turning driver agreed that the turning driver failed to yield the right of way. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries and the necessity of future medical treatment.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$77,000

A three-car collision occurred where one vehicle rear-ended another. The case proceeded to trial solely to determine damages. The jury awarded compensation for past and future pain, mental anguish, loss of earning capacity, physical impairment, and medical care.

Dallas County • 2022
Settlement
$76,689

A woman was inside a bank when a vehicle crashed through the front glass wall. She was struck by the falling glass and knocked down. She claimed injuries to her back and knee. The case was settled with one defendant, and the other defendant conceded liability for the crash.

Hidalgo County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$76,550

One driver was heading south and the other was heading west. The driver heading west struck the side of the other vehicle toward the front. The police report faulted the driver heading west for running a red light. The injured parties claimed neck and back injuries. The case was submitted to the jury on damages only.

Dallas County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$75,006

One driver was traveling eastbound when the other driver, traveling in the opposite direction, entered the eastbound lane and struck the plaintiff's vehicle head-on. The plaintiff claimed the other driver was negligent in several ways, including failing to maintain a lane and yielding the right-of-way. The plaintiff suffered injuries to their head, neck, spine, shoulders, arms, wrists, back, hips, legs, and ankles. The jury found the defendant negligent.

Harris County • 2025
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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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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.