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Get My Free Estimate →Austin is the state capital and one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Pedestrian Accident cases are among the most common personal injury claims in the Austin area. If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident in Austin or the surrounding Travis County area, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages under Texas law.
Austin residents frequently travel on I-35, US-183, MoPac (Loop 1), and other major corridors in Travis County. These high-traffic areas see a disproportionate number of accidents. If you are injured, major treatment facilities in the area include Dell Seton Medical Center and St. David's Medical Center. Personal injury lawsuits in Austin are filed in Travis County District Court, where local jury pools and judicial preferences can influence outcomes.
Texas law requires drivers to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in marked crosswalks and at intersections. However, pedestrians must also obey traffic signals. Under comparative fault, a pedestrian who was jaywalking or crossing against a signal may have their recovery reduced. The two-year statute of limitations applies.
Statute of Limitations
2 Years
Comparative Fault
51% Bar
Minor pedestrian injuries settle for $20,000 to $50,000. Moderate injuries including fractures range from $75,000 to $250,000. Severe injuries — TBI, spinal cord damage, multiple fractures — produce settlements of $250,000 to $1,000,000 or more. Wrongful death cases can exceed $2,000,000.
| Severity | Typical Settlement Range |
|---|---|
| Minor Injury | $20,000 |
| Moderate Injury | $75,000 - $250,000 |
| Severe / Catastrophic | $250,000 - $1,000,000+ |
Settlement ranges are based on statewide Texas data. Individual outcomes in Austin depend on specific case facts, evidence, and Travis County jury tendencies.
Broken Bones (Fractures), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Spinal Cord Injury, Knee Injury, Hip Injury, Internal Bleeding
Pedestrian Accident settlements in Austin follow the same Texas state law that applies across the state. Minor pedestrian injuries settle for $20,000 to $50,000. Moderate injuries including fractures range from $75,000 to $250,000. Severe injuries — TBI, spinal cord damage, multiple fractures — produce settlements of $250,000 to $1,000,000 or more. Wrongful death cases can exceed $2,000,000. Settlements in Travis County may be influenced by local jury tendencies and the specific facts of your case. Our free AI estimator can give you a personalized range.
The statute of limitations for pedestrian accident claims in Austin is the same as all of Texas: Two years from the date of the accident. Do not wait to file — evidence can be lost and witnesses' memories fade over time.
Pedestrian Accident lawsuits in Austin are filed in Travis County District Court. The specific court depends on the amount in controversy and other jurisdictional factors. Cases may also be filed in federal court if diversity jurisdiction exists.
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