What should you know about car accidents in Texas?
Houston's Loop 610, I-45 and I-10, the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex's I-35E, I-30 and I-635, and Austin's I-35 are among the most congested roads in the state. Long rural stretches of I-10 and I-20 in West Texas invite high speeds and fatigue, and sudden Gulf Coast storms flood Houston-area roads with little warning.
Texas tip: If police did not investigate your crash, you may need to file a CR-2 driver's crash report yourself.
Who may be responsible for a car accident in Texas?
The driver who caused the crash is usually responsible, but other people or companies may share liability. In Texas, that can include the other driver, the vehicle owner, an employer — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Texas's 51% bar, your car accident recovery shrinks with your share of fault and stops only if you are found more than half responsible. Read Texas car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a car accident claim in Texas?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the car accident. Claims involving Texas cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.