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Crosswalk Law: Moderate
Filing Deadline: 2 years
Fatality Rate: 2.8 per 100k
2 years
Statute of Limitations
800+
Annual Fatalities
2.8 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Texas Crosswalk Laws

Moderate Pedestrian Protections

Pedestrians have right-of-way in crosswalks. Drivers must yield.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians must obey traffic signals. Jaywalking laws enforced in cities.

Texas Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

In Texas, you have 2 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (51%)

Texas uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 51% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

Texas requires minimum coverage of $30,000/$60,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Texas

Houston arterials
San Antonio Culebra Road
Dallas LBJ Freeway access roads

What Makes Texas Unique

  • Second highest pedestrian fatalities
  • Car-centric urban design
  • Wide arterial roads common

Cities We Serve in Texas

Houston
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San Antonio
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Dallas
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Austin
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Fort Worth
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