⚠️ $243 million verdict (August 2024) against Tesla for Autopilot failure causing permanent injury.
Houston Tesla Autopilot Accident Lawyer
Texas has the second-largest Tesla market in America, with significant Houston-area adoption. When Autopilot or Full Self-Driving systems fail on Houston's highways—I-10, I-45, the Beltway—NHTSA investigation findings provide powerful evidence for product liability claims.
Houston-Specific Autopilot Risks
- I-10 Katy Freeway construction zone lane confusion
- I-45 Gulf Freeway sun glare affecting cameras
- Beltway 8 toll lane recognition failures
- I-610 Loop phantom braking under overpasses
- Congested traffic triggering sudden stops
NHTSA Investigation Evidence
NHTSA's findings that Tesla's driver monitoring is "inadequate" led to a 2-million-vehicle recall. This official finding proves systemic defects supporting all Autopilot claims.
Texas Product Liability
Under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §82.001, Tesla faces strict liability for design defects (Autopilot inherently unsafe) and failure to warn (marketing overstates capabilities).
The $243M Verdict Impact
The August 2024 Benavides verdict of $243 million rejected Tesla's standard defenses. The jury found Autopilot's failure to detect a stalled vehicle created manufacturer liability—establishing powerful precedent.
Filing in Harris County
Tesla Autopilot cases are filed in Harris County District Court or the county where the accident occurred. Texas has a 2-year statute of limitations.
Settlement Ranges
- Moderate injuries: $100,000-$350,000
- Serious injuries with surgery: $350,000-$1M
- Permanent disability: $1M-$5M
- Wrongful death: $3M-$15M+
✅ Injured in a Houston Tesla Autopilot crash? Call (773) 839-6086 for a free case review.