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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.

Showing 601612 of 1,786+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,787

One driver stopped in traffic when another vehicle rear-ended them. A third vehicle then rear-ended the second vehicle, pushing it into the first. The police report indicated the second driver's inattention as a contributing factor. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including disc bulges and protrusions, and sought damages for past and future medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Parker County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,594

One driver stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle. The first driver claimed the second driver was negligent for failing to control speed, maintain a lookout, and stop for the light. The collision caused injuries to the first driver's neck and back discs, with nerve issues in her lower leg. The jury found the second driver at fault.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,594

One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The first driver claimed injuries to their neck and back discs with nerve issues. The jury found the second driver at fault and awarded damages for pain and suffering and past lost earnings.

Harris County • 2023
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,500

One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed various injuries, including neck and back sprains, shoulder injuries, and emotional trauma. The driver of the second vehicle received a ticket for failing to control speed. The case was filed in Victoria County, where the plaintiffs resided, and involved a claim under their own insurance policy's supplementary-uninsured-motorist provision.

Dallas County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,500

One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed various injuries, including neck and shoulder pain, and psychological trauma. The driver of the second vehicle received a ticket for failing to control speed. The case was filed in the county where the plaintiffs resided.

Victoria County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,409

One driver was traveling north and another was traveling south. The northbound driver was proceeding through an intersection when their vehicle was involved in a collision with the southbound vehicle. The occupants of the northbound vehicle claimed they suffered injuries. The lawsuit alleged the southbound driver was negligent in the operation of their vehicle, specifically in making a left turn in front of the northbound vehicle. The police report listed failing to yield the right of way while turning left as a contributing factor for the southbound driver.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,409

One driver attempted an unsafe left turn, colliding with another vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. The driver who turned denied fault, claiming the other driver contributed to the crash. The jury found the turning driver liable for the collision and the resulting injuries.

Harris County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$55,000

One driver backed their vehicle into another person's motorcycle in a gas station parking lot exit. The impact caused the motorcycle to fall. The injured person alleged the other driver was not paying attention and did not reverse safely. The injured person suffered a torn meniscus requiring surgery, and back and neck sprains.

Harris County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$54,009

One driver was using a luxury car owned by another person. When the driver returned the car, it had sustained damage to the rear and front wheel. The owner sued the driver, alleging negligence and breach of contract. The driver admitted to damaging the wheel and that his initial explanation for the damage was untrue. The jury found the driver liable for the damages.

Dallas County • 2019
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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

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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.