Texas Truck Accident Settlements
Average Truck Accident Settlement in Texas (2026 Data)
Research how Texas 18-wheeler and commercial truck accident cases have settled. Truck accidents typically result in higher settlements due to more severe injuries and higher insurance coverage.
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Texas Truck Accident Settlement Ranges by Injury
| Injury Type | Typical Range | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Tissue / Whiplash | $50,000 - $100,000 | Minor |
| Broken Bones | $100,000 - $250,000 | Moderate |
| Herniated Discs / Back Injury | $150,000 - $400,000 | Moderate-Serious |
| Spinal Cord Injury | $500,000 - $2,000,000+ | Catastrophic |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | $500,000 - $5,000,000+ | Catastrophic |
| Amputation | $1,000,000 - $5,000,000+ | Catastrophic |
| Wrongful Death | $2,000,000 - $10,000,000+ | Fatal |
*Ranges based on publicly available Texas court records. Individual results vary significantly.
Why Truck Accident Settlements Are Higher
🚛 Size Difference
An 80,000 lb truck vs a 4,000 lb car creates devastating force, resulting in more severe injuries.
💰 Higher Insurance
Federal law requires commercial trucks to carry $750,000-$1 million minimum insurance.
👥 Multiple Defendants
Driver, trucking company, cargo loader, and manufacturer may all share liability.
📋 Federal Regulations
FMCSA violations (hours-of-service, maintenance) can establish negligence.
Who Can Be Held Liable in a Texas Truck Accident?
- Truck Driver: Fatigue, distraction, intoxication, speeding, or reckless driving.
- Trucking Company: Negligent hiring, inadequate training, pressure to violate hours-of-service rules.
- Cargo Loading Company: Improper loading, overweight loads, unsecured cargo.
- Truck/Parts Manufacturer: Defective brakes, tires, steering systems.
- Maintenance Company: Negligent repairs, failure to identify safety issues.
Common Causes of Texas Truck Accidents
Hours-of-service violations, pressure to meet delivery deadlines
Cell phone use, GPS, eating while driving
Brake failure, tire blowouts, steering malfunctions
Overweight, unbalanced, or unsecured cargo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average truck accident settlement in Texas?
Minor injuries: $50,000-$100,000. Serious injuries: $200,000-$500,000. Catastrophic injuries: $1-5 million+. Wrongful death: $2-10 million+.
Why are truck accident settlements higher than car accidents?
More severe injuries, higher insurance minimums ($750K-$1M), multiple liable parties, and federal regulation violations that establish negligence.
Who can I sue after a truck accident in Texas?
The truck driver, trucking company, cargo loading company, truck manufacturer, and maintenance companies may all be liable depending on the cause.
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