One insurance company sued two individuals after a car accident. The company alleged that one of the individuals negligently caused the collision, resulting in damages. The company also alleged that the other individual negligently entrusted his vehicle to an incompetent driver. After difficulties serving the defendants, the court granted a default judgment against one of them for the damages sought.
One driver was stopped at a red light when their car was hit by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their back, neck, and shoulder. The passenger in the car also claimed an injury. The case involved an insurance claim after the at-fault driver was uninsured.
One driver was stopped at a stoplight when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs. The defense argued the accident was minor and the injuries were not as severe as claimed. The jury found the at-fault driver negligent and awarded damages.
One driver was traveling northbound when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle then fled the scene on foot. The owner of the second vehicle was found to be negligent in entrusting the vehicle to a careless driver or was the driver themselves and failed to avoid the collision. The injured driver sustained injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder.
One driver was merging onto a highway when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their neck and back discs, requiring medical treatment. The other driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the severity of the injuries. The jury found the second driver's actions caused harm to the first driver.
One driver was stopped in heavy traffic when another driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries, including herniated discs in their lower back and neck pain. The other driver admitted fault at the scene. The injured driver sought damages for past medical expenses and pain and suffering. The defense argued the injuries were not as severe as claimed and could be related to pre-existing conditions or a prior accident.
One driver was merging onto a highway when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The injured driver stated the collision caused injuries to the discs in their neck and back, requiring medical treatment. The jury found the second driver's negligence caused harm to the first driver.
A 73-year-old man was rear-ended by another driver while driving his pickup truck. The collision caused the man's head to strike the back window. He was taken to the hospital and treated for neck, back, and head injuries, including a concussion and aggravation of pre-existing arthritis. The defense admitted fault for the accident. The jury awarded the man $33,678 for medical expenses and pain and suffering.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while driving in Marshall. The injured driver claimed injuries to their neck, back, and head, alleging the other driver was negligent. The defense stipulated to liability. The injured driver sought damages for past medical expenses, past and future physical pain, and past and future physical impairment.
One driver struck the rear of another vehicle, causing it to leave the road and roll into a ditch. The driver who was struck suffered neck and back injuries, as well as headaches and nerve issues. The passenger in the struck vehicle also sustained neck and back injuries, along with nerve damage. The jury found both drivers partially at fault for the collision.
One driver struck the rear of another vehicle, causing it to leave the road and roll into a ditch. The first driver claimed the second driver was following too closely and speeding. The second driver argued the first driver made a sudden lane change. The jury found both drivers partially at fault for the collision.
Harris County • 2016
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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Texas Car Accident Settlement FAQs
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