Texas Car Accident Attorneys

Why Hire Hilliard Law?

Hilliard Law is not just another personal injury firm. We are:

• Trial-Ready and Results-Oriented: Over 100 jury trials, record verdicts up to $575 million
• Proven Track Record: Multi-million-dollar recoveries in complex car accidents, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases
• Decades of Experience: Serving Texans for over 40 years with deep local and national reach
• Community-Driven: Strong local ties, philanthropic leadership, and the Hilliard Center naming signal trust
• Elite Legal Expertise: Board-certified attorneys, recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Litigation Counsel of America

We combine compassion, strategy, and courtroom power to fight for your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.

Texas Car Accident Laws

Understanding Texas car accident laws is crucial for building a strong claim. Key points include:

• Fault-Based System: Texas follows an at-fault system. The driver responsible for the accident (and their insurance) must pay damages.
• Comparative Negligence Rule: Texas uses modified comparative negligence. If you are 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover. If less than 51%, damages are reduced proportionally.
• Minimum Insurance Requirements: Drivers must carry at least $30,000 per injured person, $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage.
• Statute of Limitations: You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury or property damage lawsuit.

Understanding the law is critical—but applying it effectively is what wins cases. Our trial-ready attorneys use decades of experience to strategically build claims that insurance companies take seriously.

Is Texas a No-Fault State?

Texas is not a no-fault state. The driver responsible for causing the accident is liable for victims’ losses.

• In no-fault states, victims claim against their own insurance regardless of fault.
• In Texas, liability is determined by who caused the accident. If the at-fault driver’s insurance cannot fully cover your losses, you may pursue a lawsuit to recover the remaining compensation.

At Hilliard Law, we leverage our extensive trial experience to prove fault and hold negligent drivers fully accountable.

Common Types of Car Accidents

Car accidents come in many forms, each with unique dangers and legal challenges. Common types include:

• Rear-End Collisions: Often caused by distracted driving or tailgating.
• Head-On Crashes: Among the most deadly collisions.
• T-Bone (Side-Impact) Accidents: Frequently occur at intersections.
• Multi-Vehicle Pileups: Common on highways during heavy traffic or bad weather.
• Hit-and-Run Accidents: Victims struggle to find accountability.
• Drunk Driving Accidents: Impairment increases severity of crashes.

Our attorneys have handled all these accident types and have successfully recovered substantial compensation in complex and high-stakes cases across Texas and nationwide.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

Certain factors frequently contribute to car accidents in Texas:

• Distracted driving (texting, apps, eating)
• Drunk or drug-impaired driving
• Speeding or reckless driving
• Failure to yield or running red lights
• Drowsy driving
• Poor weather or road conditions
• Vehicle defects or maintenance failures

Our lawyers work with accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, and investigators to determine liability and build strong evidence—the same proven approach we use in high-value, trial-ready cases.

Common Car Accident Injuries

Even low-speed collisions can cause serious injuries. Common injuries include:

• Whiplash and other neck injuries
• Back and spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Broken bones and fractures
• Internal bleeding and organ damage
• Cuts, bruises, and burns
• Emotional trauma, such as PTSD

Whether your injuries are minor or catastrophic, Hilliard Law fights for the compensation you need to heal—and has a proven record of securing life-changing results in serious injury and wrongful death cases.

Car Accident Settlements in Texas

Most car accident claims in Texas are resolved through settlements rather than going to trial. However, the value of a settlement can vary significantly depending on the details of your case.

Because we prepare every case for trial from day one, insurance companies know we are ready to fight—often resulting in stronger settlement offers for our clients.

What Is the Average Car Accident Settlement?

There is no true “average” settlement. Values can range from a few thousand dollars for minor injuries to millions for severe or catastrophic cases.

Hilliard Law has achieved results ranging from significant settlements to record-setting verdicts, depending on the strength and complexity of the case.

How Are Settlements Calculated?

Settlements are based on economic and non-economic damages:

• Economic damages: Medical bills, rehabilitation, lost income, property damage
• Non-economic damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of companionship
• Punitive damages: In extreme negligence cases

Our attorneys build every case with detailed evidence and expert support to ensure every category of damages is fully accounted for.

What Factors Can Affect or Reduce Your Settlement?

• Comparative fault
• Delays in medical treatment
• Pre-existing conditions
• Insurance policy limits
• Quality of evidence
• Statements to insurers

Strong legal representation helps protect your claim from these tactics and strengthens your negotiating position.

Should You Accept the First Settlement Offer?

Initial offers are often significantly lower than what your claim is worth. At Hilliard Law, we routinely evaluate and challenge low offers to pursue the full value our clients deserve.

Texas Car Accident Statute of Limitations

You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This applies to:

• Personal injuries
• Property damage
• Wrongful death

Acting early allows our attorneys to preserve critical evidence and build a stronger case from the start.

Are There Exceptions?

Yes. Exceptions may apply for minors, delayed discovery, unknown at-fault parties, or claims against government entities. Our team ensures all deadlines and exceptions are handled correctly so your right to compensation is protected.

What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?

If the statute of limitations expires, your lawsuit will likely be dismissed, and you may lose your right to recover. This is why working with an experienced law firm early in the process is essential.