Accidents with out-of-state drivers can be more complicated if state insurance minimums are different. However, out-of-state driver accidents are not rare, and an experienced lawyer can help you handle the legal side of things.
Texas sees many visitors from other states throughout the year, so the potential for accidents is always there. Even if the driver who caused your accident does not live in Texas, liability is the same. An accident that happens in Texas falls under the state’s personal injury laws:
The at-fault driver in a car accident is legally liable for the resulting damages.
As the injury victim in a car accident, you can file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company for compensation.
You can seek compensation as long as you are not more than 50% at fault for the accident.
If you were partially at fault for the accident (but not more than 50% responsible), your compensation will be reduced based on your percentage of fault.