Texas is a vast state with over 310,000 miles of road and some of the busiest traffic corridors in America. According to TxDOT, there were over 430,000 reported crashes in 2023, with at least one accident in every single county, from the urban heart of Harris County to the rural stretches of Loving County, the least populated county in the U.S.
Whether your accident occurred during rush hour on Dallas’ I-635, in the oilfield traffic of Midland County, or on a two-lane ranch road in McCulloch County, the legal challenges you face depend heavily on where in Texas your crash happened.
Unfortunately, based on your response, you may not qualify to file a claim. Most personal injury cases must be filed within two years of the accident, in accordance with the statute of limitations. Please consult with a licensed attorney to explore any possible exceptions or additional options.
Texas’ 254 counties each have unique traffic patterns, court systems, and accident risk factors:
Urban centers like Harris, Dallas, Tarrant, Travis, Bexar, and El Paso Counties account for the majority of multi-car collisions and high-speed freeway wrecks.
Rural counties such as Terrell, King, and Roberts see fewer crashes overall but have higher fatality rates due to longer EMS response times.
Coastal counties like Galveston, Nueces, and Jefferson face storm-related accidents and high tourist traffic.
Border counties such as Webb, Hidalgo, and Cameron see unique cross-border trucking and commercial traffic patterns.
Harris County consistently leads the state in annual accident reports, with more than 120,000 collisions in 2023 alone, many occurring on I-45, I-10, and Beltway 8. Dallas County follows closely, with high accident rates on I-35E and the LBJ Freeway.
Bexar County (San Antonio) has significant crash activity along Loop 410 and I-35, while Travis County (Austin) sees congestion-related accidents along MoPac and the I-35 corridor.
Even outside the top metro counties, mid-sized urban hubs like Lubbock County, Denton County, Collin County, and Bell County report thousands of crashes yearly, often involving distracted driving.
While counties like Loving, Borden, Kent, and Culberson may only report a few dozen crashes a year, the odds of a fatal accident can be higher due to:
Limited lighting and road maintenance
Longer distances to trauma centers
High-speed rural highways without medians
For example, Reagan County along U.S. 67 sees frequent rollover crashes involving oilfield workers, while Hall County in the Panhandle has a higher-than-average rate of livestock-related collisions.
Unfortunately, based on your response, you may not qualify to file a claim. Most personal injury cases must be filed within two years of the accident, in accordance with the statute of limitations. Please consult with a licensed attorney to explore any possible exceptions or additional options.
TxDOT records show that Smith County (Tyler) has one of the highest accident totals in East Texas, followed by Gregg, Harrison, and Cherokee Counties. Heavy timber truck traffic on U.S. 69 and I-20 increases the risk of severe crashes. Smaller counties like Sabine and San Augustine see fewer accidents but often deal with dangerous two-lane roads.
Counties like Galveston, Brazoria, and Nueces experience seasonal spikes during summer tourism. Jefferson County (Beaumont) and Orange County along I-10 are key freight corridors with high commercial vehicle accident rates.
Hays, Comal, and Guadalupe Counties have seen rapid population growth, putting more vehicles on narrow rural roads. Llano and Mason Counties, while smaller, face high motorcycle accident rates due to popular scenic routes.
Hidalgo, Webb, and Cameron Counties report high crash numbers involving commercial trucks crossing from Mexico. Starr and Zapata Counties have some of the highest accident fatality rates in the state.
Sparse population doesn’t mean fewer dangers, counties like Ector (Odessa) and Midland lead the state in oilfield-related crashes. Pecos and Presidio Counties along U.S. 90 see a mix of commercial and tourist traffic.
Potter (Amarillo) and Randall Counties handle large volumes of I-40 traffic, including out-of-state truckers. Smaller counties like Dallam and Hansford report high accident severity due to long EMS response times.
Tarrant, Parker, and Johnson Counties have growing suburban sprawl and increasing commuter accidents. Wise and Cooke Counties see a mix of highway and agricultural vehicle crashes.
Every Texas county follows the same statewide laws, but the court process varies:
Harris and Dallas Counties have specialized civil courts for personal injury cases, expediting the trial process.
Smaller counties like Menard or Motley may only have court sessions a few times per month, which can slow case timelines.
Call 911 and report the accident
Document the scene and gather witness info
Seek medical attention immediately
Contact an experienced Texas car accident lawyer
In Texas, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Some counties with smaller court systems, such as Menard or Loving, may have scheduling delays, so it’s best to start early.
Yes. Urban counties like Harris or Dallas may process cases faster due to dedicated civil courts, while smaller counties may only hold court sessions periodically, affecting timelines.
You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and, in certain cases, punitive damages, regardless of whether your crash happened in Bexar County or Hudspeth County.
Yes, as long as you are less than 51% at fault under Texas’ comparative negligence rule. For example, if you’re found 20% at fault in a Williamson County crash, your settlement would be reduced by that percentage.
Most work on a contingency fee basis, no upfront costs, and you pay only if they win your case.
Unfortunately, based on your response, you may not qualify to file a claim. Most personal injury cases must be filed within two years of the accident, in accordance with the statute of limitations. Please consult with a licensed attorney to explore any possible exceptions or additional options.
Whether you’re dealing with a rear-end collision in Fort Bend County, a trucking accident in Deaf Smith County, or a fatal crash in El Paso County, the best car accident lawyers in Texas combine local court knowledge with statewide experience.
A skilled attorney knows how to handle both the high-volume metro court systems and the unique challenges of rural counties, ensuring you get the compensation you deserve, no matter where in Texas your crash occurred.
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