Hip Injury cases from motor vehicle accidents can vary significantly in severity and outcome. These cases involve injuries that may require medical treatment, rehabilitation, and can impact quality of life. Settlement values depend on injury severity, medical expenses, recovery time, and long-term effects on the victim's daily activities and ability to work.
Last updated: November 2025
One driver was run over by another driver in a pickup truck in a bar parking lot. The injured person sustained multiple fractures and was dragged a significant distance. The case proceeded to trial against the driver of the pickup truck.
One truck driver was operating a tractor-trailer when another truck driver pulled out from a stop sign and turned left, colliding with the first truck. The first truck driver alleged negligence and gross negligence, claiming the other driver failed to stop at the stop sign. The defense argued the first truck driver was speeding and partly responsible. The injured driver sustained multiple fractures, ligament tears, and disc injuries, claiming permanent disability and seeking over $50 million.
A person was walking in a retail store's parking lot when an employee backing a vehicle out of a service bay struck them. The injured person sustained a broken hip and required extensive rehabilitation. The jury found the store and its employee negligent.
One driver struck a pedestrian in a grocery store parking lot. The pedestrian was walking in a crosswalk when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was dragged several yards after the impact. The jury found the driver 100% liable for the accident.
One driver was making a left turn while the other driver continued straight in a lane that did not permit it. The two vehicles collided. The injured driver claimed hip injuries, including a torn labrum, and sought damages for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
One driver was turning left in one of two adjacent left turn lanes. The other driver was in the other left turn lane and reportedly went straight, causing a collision. The injured driver claimed torn cartilage in the hip, which was treated conservatively. The jury awarded $950,000.
One driver was traveling west and the other was traveling south. The southbound driver stopped at a stop sign and attempted to turn left. The westbound driver, who did not have a stop sign, struck the side of the southbound vehicle. The investigating officer determined the southbound driver was at fault for failing to yield the right of way. The injured driver sustained a hip fracture.
One driver stopped in traffic and was hit from behind by another vehicle. The impact pushed the first vehicle into the vehicle in front of it. The passenger in the first vehicle had a pre-existing hip injury that was aggravated by the collision.
One driver stopped in traffic and was hit from behind by another driver. The impact pushed the first car into the vehicle in front. The passenger in the first car had a pre-existing hip injury that was aggravated by the collision. The passenger claimed increased pain and limitations, requiring a cane. The other driver argued the impact was minor and the passenger did not seek further treatment.
One driver was found liable after another person was run over and dragged by a car. The injured person suffered a dislocated hip, broken ribs, and a broken nose. The defense argued the injuries were from a fight, but the jury found the driver negligent. The injured person was awarded damages for medical expenses and pain.
One driver was proceeding through an intersection when her vehicle was struck on the side by another vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to her back, hip, neck, and shoulder. The police report indicated the other driver disregarded a stop-and-go signal. The defense stipulated to liability.
One driver was traveling on a freeway feeder road when they collided with another driver who was exiting the freeway to enter a gas station. The first driver's front end struck the second driver's rear corner. One driver claimed injuries to their back and hip, while the other claimed injuries to their neck and back. The jury found both drivers negligent.
A motor vehicle accident (MVA) encompasses any collision involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, or commercial vehicles resulting in property damage, injuries, or fatalities. As the second-largest state by both population and geographic area, Texas presents unique challenges for MVA cases: diverse driving conditions from dense urban centers like Houston and Dallas to rural highways spanning hundreds of miles, high traffic volumes on major interstate systems (I-35, I-45, I-10), and weather events ranging from flash floods to ice storms. Texas personal injury law allows victims to pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil litigation when another party's negligence caused the accident.
Texas MVA cases span the full injury spectrum, with patterns varying by region. High-speed highway collisions on rural interstates often result in severe trauma including spinal cord injuries, multiple fractures, and internal organ damage. Urban accidents in cities like Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin more commonly involve rear-end collisions causing whiplash, soft tissue injuries, and concussions. Texas also sees significant motorcycle accidents, pedestrian strikes in growing urban cores, and commercial truck accidents on major freight corridors. Long-term injuries such as chronic pain, permanent disability, and cognitive impairment from traumatic brain injuries are consistently reported across the state.
Texas applies a modified comparative negligence standard (also called proportionate responsibility) under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001. This means you can recover damages only if you are 50% or less at fault for the accident. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault—for example, if you're 20% at fault in a $100,000 case, you receive $80,000. Texas courts consider multiple factors when assigning fault: driver actions (speeding, failure to yield, distracted driving, intoxication), vehicle maintenance and defects, road design and maintenance issues, and third-party liability such as employers for commercial drivers. Expert testimony and accident reconstruction often play critical roles in establishing liability across Texas's varied accident scenarios.
Case values in Texas MVA claims depend on economic damages (quantifiable losses including past and future medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity), non-economic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, permanent scarring or disfigurement), and defendant characteristics (insurance policy limits, financial resources, and degree of fault). Texas does not cap non-economic damages in most MVA cases (caps apply primarily to medical malpractice). County-specific factors matter too—Harris County juries historically award higher verdicts than rural counties, while conservative jurisdictions may be more defense-friendly. The strength of your evidence, quality of legal representation, and whether you file in a favorable venue all significantly impact final outcomes.
Texas MVA cases typically resolve within 6-36 months depending on case complexity, injury severity, and litigation strategy. Simple cases with clear liability and cooperative insurers may settle in 3-6 months through pre-litigation negotiation. More complex cases involving disputed fault, severe injuries, or inadequate insurance offers generally require filing a lawsuit, adding 12-24 months for discovery, depositions, and settlement conferences. Cases proceeding to trial can take 24-36+ months given crowded court dockets across Texas counties. Remember: Texas law imposes a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims from the accident date (Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003). Missing this deadline typically bars your claim permanently.
Common questions about motor vehicle accident cases in Texas
Important: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Case outcomes vary significantly based on individual circumstances. Past results are not guarantees of future outcomes. Always consult with a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.