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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

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$57,195

One driver was stopped on the road when another driver rear-ended them. The occupants of the stopped vehicle claimed multiple injuries, including herniated discs in their necks and back pain. The defense questioned the cause and timing of the injuries, suggesting potential collusion between the plaintiffs and their attorney. The case proceeded to a jury trial focused on damages.

Harris County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$57,095

One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was hit from behind by another car. This pushed the first car into the vehicle in front of it. The drivers claimed injuries from the impacts. The jury found the second driver negligent.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$57,095

One driver failed to stop and rear-ended a vehicle, pushing it into another car. The occupants of the first vehicle alleged injuries to their spinal discs. The defendant denied negligence and the extent of the injuries. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages.

Dallas County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$57,000

One driver was traveling northbound when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The injured driver alleged the other driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and avoid the collision. The other driver denied negligence and claimed the injured driver had pre-existing conditions. The court found the defendant negligent.

Dallas County • 2020
Verdict-Plaintiff
$56,900

One driver claimed the other driver was intoxicated after a rear-end collision. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded damages for past and future physical pain and mental anguish, past and future physical impairment, and past and future medical care. Exemplary damages were also awarded.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$56,770

One driver was making a right turn onto a feeder road when another car making a U-turn swerved into his lane and hit his car. The other car fled the scene. The injured driver claimed lower back injuries, including a herniated disc and aggravation of pre-existing conditions. He treated with a chiropractor and received injections. The defense argued his pain was due to pre-existing conditions and his weight.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$56,676

One driver alleged that the other driver made a negligent U-turn and struck their vehicle, causing injuries to their spine and extremities. The other driver argued that the first driver's actions caused the collision and denied serious injuries. The jury found the defendant negligent but also found the plaintiff partially at fault. The final judgment was reduced based on the jury's apportionment of liability.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$56,103

A vehicle was damaged in a collision in South Houston, Texas. The owner's insurer paid for property damage and medical expenses for passengers. The insurer sued the other driver, alleging they failed to control their speed and lacked a license and insurance. The court ruled in favor of the insurer after a bench trial, ordering the other driver to pay damages.

Harris County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$56,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when another vehicle rear-ended her, pushing her car into the vehicle in front. The driver who was rear-ended complained of neck pain and later sought treatment for neck and back pain. She also underwent chiropractic care and received injections for her pain. Medical imaging showed disc bulges and protrusions in her spine.

Fort Bend County • 2016
Settlement
$56,000

One driver was traveling eastbound and the other was traveling northbound. The northbound driver attempted to turn right and pulled out in front of the eastbound vehicle, causing a collision. The passenger in the eastbound vehicle sustained a disc protrusion and bulge.

Travis County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,787

One driver was stopped in traffic when another driver rear-ended them. A third driver then rear-ended the second driver, pushing them into the first driver. The first driver claimed injuries to their neck and back, including disc bulges and protrusions. They sought damages for past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, and physical impairment. The defense argued that the injuries were self-limiting and that some treatments were not reasonable or necessary.

Parker County • 2015
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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.