One driver was traveling east on a street with no stop sign. The other driver was traveling south and stopped at a stop sign before proceeding. The two vehicles collided. The first driver's vehicle then went over a curb and into a yard. The first driver claimed injuries to his back and neck.
One driver was traveling on a highway when they slowed for traffic. The other driver, who was allegedly texting and speeding, crashed into the back of the first vehicle, pushing it into the vehicle in front. The first driver filed a lawsuit alleging negligence. The case went to trial, and the jury found the second driver negligent, awarding damages for past physical pain and medical expenses. The court entered a final judgment.
One driver was traveling through an intersection when the other driver failed to stop at a stop sign. The second driver struck the first driver's car. The first driver sustained injuries to their neck and back, which were confirmed by an MRI. The driver also suffered a contusion to their hand from the airbag deployment.
One driver was proceeding through an intersection when the other driver entered against a red light, causing a collision. The first driver's vehicle was pushed into a tree. Both drivers sustained injuries.
One driver was stopped or moving slowly on Highway 75 in Dallas when their pickup truck was struck from behind by another car. The driver of the pickup truck claimed injuries to their back, knee, and neck. The case went to trial, and the jury awarded damages.
One driver was found negligent after a rear-end collision. The injured person sustained neck and back injuries. The jury awarded damages for past medical care.
A three-car collision occurred. One driver was found negligent. The injured person received compensation for past physical pain, mental anguish, and past medical care.
One driver was stopped behind another vehicle when her car was hit from behind by a trailing car. The injured driver claimed injuries to her back, head, and neck, including herniated discs and nerve impingement. The defense conceded liability, and the trial focused on damages. The injured driver testified that she still experiences back pain and has difficulty lifting children, impacting her ability to work as a nanny.
A police employee was stopped at a traffic light in McAllen when his pickup truck was rear-ended. The impact pushed his vehicle into the car in front of it. The driver of the second vehicle claimed the third vehicle rear-ended her and pushed her into the plaintiff's truck. The plaintiffs, including the driver and his two daughters, claimed back and knee injuries. The jury found only the driver of the second vehicle negligent.
One driver was westbound on Forest Lane in Garland, approaching an intersection. The other driver was also westbound and attempted an unprotected left turn. The first driver's vehicle was struck on the right front corner by the turning vehicle's left front corner. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed neck and back injuries.
One driver attempted an unprotected left turn and struck the right front corner of another vehicle. The occupants of the second vehicle claimed various injuries including back and neck strains, and disc bulges. Medical treatment included chiropractic visits. The defense questioned the necessity and duration of the treatment.
Dallas 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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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.