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 stopped at a red light was hit from behind by another driver. The occupants of the stopped vehicle sought treatment for neck and back injuries. The defendants denied negligence and argued comparative fault. The parties settled the case.
One driver was traveling northbound and the other was traveling southbound. The southbound driver attempted to make a left turn and struck the northbound vehicle. The injured driver treated for neck and back pain and was diagnosed with disc displacement.
One driver pulled out of a private driveway and struck another vehicle. The driver who pulled out failed to yield the right of way. The occupants of the struck vehicle sought damages for medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses. The case involved claims of negligence against the driver and their employer, as well as allegations of negligent training and supervision. The case was resolved.
One driver stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries including disc bulges, back and neck strains, and knee injuries. The defense argued the accident was minor and the injuries were not related to the collision.
One driver was involved in a rear-end collision. The case was tried on damages only. The jury found damages for past physical pain and mental anguish and past medical care.
One driver stopped on an entrance ramp and was rear-ended by the vehicle behind them. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed injuries including herniated discs and sprains. The driver of the second vehicle was uninsured, and the occupants sought uninsured motorist benefits from their own insurance company. The defense argued that the impact was minor and that the injuries were pre-existing or exaggerated.
One driver was pulling out of a private drive when another driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed multiple injuries including sprains and strains to their back and neck. They sought damages for past and future medical bills, pain, and impairment. The defense argued the impact was minor and the injuries claimed were excessive.
One driver was proceeding straight through an intersection on a green light, while the other driver attempted a left turn. The two vehicles collided. The driver who was proceeding straight claimed neck and lower back sprains and strains. The case involved disputes over the necessity and cost of medical treatments, including injections and chiropractic care, as well as the aggravation of a pre-existing condition.
One driver contended that the other driver suddenly turned left and struck their vehicle. The other driver denied this, claiming the first driver drifted to the right and struck them. Photographs were presented as evidence. The injured driver sought treatment for sprains and strains, which eventually resolved.
One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including sprains and strains. The injured driver underwent physical therapy and chiropractic care. Medical imaging showed a protrusion/herniation in the lower back. The defense argued the treatment was excessive and the injuries were mild.
Dallas County • 2017
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.