Houston Car Accident Claims
Legal Options After a Car Accident in Houston
Quick Facts
- Statute: 2 years.
- Fault Rule: Modified comparative negligence (51% bar).
- Minimum Coverage: 30/60/25.
Key Facts for Houston Accident Claims
Statute of Limitations
2 years.
Personal injury claims
Fault System
Modified comparative negligence (51% bar).
Comparative fault rules
Min. Liability Coverage
30/60/25.
State minimums
Uninsured Motorist
Must be offered unless rejected in writing.
Coverage status
Statute of Limitations in Houston
Comparative Fault: Modified comparative negligence (51% bar). Minimum Liability Coverage: 30/60/25. Uninsured Motorist: Must be offered unless rejected in writing.
Houston's Fault System
Houston applies Texas's modified comparative negligence system with a 51% bar. Injured parties who are 51% or more at fault cannot recover damages. Accurate documentation of medical treatment, accident details, and witness testimony is essential to establish liability and maximize recovery.
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Insurance Requirements
Houston drivers must carry minimum liability coverage of 30/60/25. Liability insurance protects other parties from bodily injury and property damage you cause. Insurers must offer uninsured motorist coverage unless rejected. UM coverage ensures victims are financially protected if the at-fault driver lacks adequate insurance.
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