Question 1

What is the typical settlement for an MVA in Dallas-Fort Worth?

Accepted Answer

Based on our database, the median settlement or award for motor vehicle accidents in the DFW area is approximately $95,000. However, outcomes vary significantly based on injury severity, accident type, liability factors, and county. The typical range (25th to 75th percentile) spans from roughly $52,000 to $185,000.

Question 2

How do injuries impact case value?

Accepted Answer

Injury type is one of the strongest predictors of case value. Soft tissue injuries like whiplash typically settle in the $15,000-$65,000 range, while catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord damage can result in awards exceeding $1-3 million.

Question 3

How long do MVA cases take to resolve?

Accepted Answer

The median time to resolution in our database is approximately 18 months from the date of the accident, though this varies widely. Cases that settle out of court typically resolve faster—often within 12-18 months—while cases that go to trial can take 24-36 months or longer.

Question 4

Do most cases settle or go to trial?

Accepted Answer

In our DFW database, approximately 78% of motor vehicle accident cases result in settlements, while 22% proceed to a verdict. Settlements offer certainty and typically resolve faster.

Question 5

Does county affect outcomes?

Accepted Answer

County can influence case outcomes due to differences in local juries and court procedures. Dallas County tends to have higher median awards, while suburban counties like Collin and Denton may have more conservative juries.

Question 6

Where does Verdictly get its data?

Accepted Answer

Verdictly compiles data from publicly available sources including court records, settlement disclosures, verdict reports, and legal databases. We focus on cases from the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.

Texas Jury Awards $180,666 in Motor Vehicle Injury Case

One driver was involved in a motor vehicle accident. The crash resulted in injuries to the neck and back. The case proceeded to a jury verdict.

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