One driver stopped their vehicle and was hit from behind by the other driver. The driver who was hit claimed they suffered neck injuries. The other driver denied fault and suggested the injuries were exaggerated. The jury found the injured driver was owed compensation for past medical expenses and pain and suffering.
One driver rear-ended another on a road in Harris County. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, seeking compensation for medical expenses and pain. The court found the at-fault driver liable. The jury awarded damages for medical costs and pain and suffering.
One driver was traveling north on Cedar Springs Road in Dallas when another driver, traveling eastbound on Turtle Creek Boulevard, ran a red light and struck the side of the first driver's car. The first driver claimed multiple injuries, including back and neck pain, and sought damages for past and future medical bills and pain and suffering. The second driver contended that the light had turned green before she entered the intersection and that the first driver had attempted to cross in front of her. The jury found the second driver solely negligent and awarded damages.
One driver was traveling on a street when another driver exited a side street and struck her vehicle. The collision caused the plaintiff's car to spin. The plaintiff alleged the other driver was negligent in failing to yield the right-of-way. The jury found the defendants liable for the collision.
One driver was stopped on a highway feeder road when her vehicle was struck from behind by another car. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her back and neck. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages, with the insurer conceding liability.
One driver was stopped on a highway feeder road when her vehicle was struck from behind by another car. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her back and neck. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages, with the insurer conceding liability. The jury awarded the injured driver $25,000.
One driver was on a highway when another driver entered from a feeder road and struck the first driver's vehicle. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries. The second driver admitted not seeing the first driver and suggested the first driver may have been speeding. The first driver sought damages for medical bills and pain and suffering.
A three-vehicle collision occurred. The jury found one driver negligent and the other not negligent. The injured person received compensation for past physical pain, past physical impairment, and past medical care.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle. The jury found both drivers to be 50% at fault. The injured person was awarded damages for past medical care.
One driver pulled away from a stop sign and struck two individuals who were in a wheelchair. The individuals claimed multiple injuries, including strains, sprains, and disc issues. The defense argued that the impact was slight and that the individuals were not in a crosswalk. The case involved statutory damage caps due to the driver being a county employee.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The jury found the defendant driver negligent. The case involved injuries to the neck, back, head, and chest for one person, and neck and back for another.
One driver was stopped or braking when the other driver changed lanes and struck the rear of the first vehicle. The injured driver claimed neck, shoulder, arm, and hand injuries. The second driver admitted to being distracted by a phone map at the time of the collision. The case involved disputes over the extent of injuries and the value of the damaged vehicle.
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
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.