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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.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,250

One driver was stopped at a red light when her vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed injuries to her back, neck, and shoulders. The driver who struck the other vehicle claimed the first driver cut her off and slammed on her brakes. The jury found the second driver liable for the accident.

Tarrant County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,191

One driver was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a five-car rear-end collision. The passenger claimed neck and back injuries, including a disc herniation. The passenger sued the driver of the last car in the chain for negligence. The defense questioned the extent of the injuries, noting minimal damage to the passenger's vehicle and that other parties involved did not claim injury. The jury found the defendant driver solely negligent and awarded damages.

Collin County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,191

A passenger in a car was involved in a five-car rear-end collision. The passenger claimed neck and back injuries. The passenger sued the driver of the last car for negligence, alleging the driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and control speed. The defense denied negligence and argued that other drivers were at fault. Medical evidence included an MRI showing a disc herniation, and the passenger sought damages for past and future medical costs and pain and suffering.

Collin County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,115

One driver was traveling east on Sherman Street in Houston, approaching Adams Street, while the other driver was approaching the same intersection on Adams Street. Both drivers had stop signs. The vehicles collided in the intersection. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs. The injured driver sued the other driver for running the stop sign and failing to yield. The defense argued the injured driver failed to keep a proper lookout.

Harris County • 2017
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,061

One driver was traveling on a road when another driver turning left failed to yield the right of way, causing a collision. The crash resulted in injuries to the first driver's back, neck, thumb, and wrist. The injured driver filed a lawsuit alleging negligence, seeking damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, and other losses. The other driver denied the allegations and raised several defenses. A jury found the second driver negligent and awarded damages.

Fort Bend County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,048

One driver failed to control their speed and struck the back of another vehicle. The injured driver sought compensation for pain, medical expenses, and lost earning capacity. The defense argued the accident was unavoidable and the injured driver was partially at fault. A jury found in favor of the injured driver.

Harris County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,005

One party entered into a contract for a vehicle and then defaulted on payments. The other party located the vehicle for repairs and refused to return it, demanding payment. The first party sought possession of the vehicle and clear title. The repair shop defended their right to retain the vehicle. After a trial, the court awarded possession to the first party but also awarded damages to the repair shop for services rendered. The first party's motion for a new trial was granted, vacating the award to the repair shop.

Harris County • 2025
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while driving in Jefferson County. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to his back and hip. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages after liability was established. The jury awarded the injured driver $20,000 for his damages.

Jefferson County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their back and neck. The case proceeded to trial to determine damages, as liability was conceded.

Collin County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$20,000

One driver stopped for traffic and was hit from behind by the other driver. The driver who was hit from behind claimed injuries to their neck and back. The other driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the extent of the injuries caused by the accident.

Harris 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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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.