Legal Injury GuidePersonal Injury Claims in Houston, TX
Population
2.3 million
Avg. Verdict Range
$35,000 – $350,000
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and a major center for energy, healthcare, and transportation industries — all sectors with elevated injury risks. The city's expansive highway system, including major interchanges like the I-10 and I-45 corridors, sees thousands of serious accidents annually. Workplace injuries in the oil and gas sector, along with truck accidents on commercial freight routes, are common claim types. Houston personal injury attorneys are experienced with both standard negligence claims and complex industrial liability cases.
Where Personal Injury Cases Are Filed in Houston
Harris County District Court
State Trial Court
US District Court, Southern District of Texas
Federal Court
Texas First Court of Appeals
State Appellate Court
Most personal injury cases are filed in state trial court. Federal jurisdiction typically requires diversity of citizenship and damages exceeding $75,000.
Texas Fault Rules — What This Means for Your Claim
Texas uses a modified comparative fault rule with a 51% bar, meaning plaintiffs more than 50% at fault cannot recover. Awards are reduced by the plaintiff's percentage of fault when below the threshold. Texas also caps punitive damages at the greater of $200,000 or two times economic damages plus up to $750,000 in non-economic damages. The statute of limitations for personal injury in Texas is two years from the date of injury.
Read the full Texas personal injury law guide →Average Verdict Range in Houston
General personal injury verdicts in Houston typically range from $35,000 – $350,000. Actual outcomes depend on injury severity, medical costs, lost income, and the specific facts of each case.
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For informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney.