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Personal Injury Exhibits for Texas Courts

Texas personal injury litigation follows TRCP 194 and 195 for discovery and expert disclosure. Harris County (Houston), Dallas County, and Bexar County (San Antonio) handle high volumes of injury cases. This guide covers exhibit preparation for auto accidents, premises liability, products liability, and medical malpractice cases in Texas.

Personal Injury exhibits in Texas: key facts
  • Texas's primary exhibit rule is TRCP 194, 195.
  • Personal Injury cases in Texas e-file through eFileTexas.
  • eFileTexas caps each uploaded document at 25 MB.
  • The exhibit exchange deadline in Texas is 30 days before trial (TRCP 194).
  • Common Personal Injury exhibits in Texas include Police accident reports and Medical records and bills.
  • ExhibitPrep stamps exhibits in the browser, so case files never leave the computer.

Court rules and e-filing requirements change frequently. Verify current requirements with your local court clerk or official court website before filing. This content is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice.

eFileTexas30 days before trial (TRCP 194)TRCP 194, 195

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E-Filing SystemeFileTexas
File Size Limit25 MB
Exchange Deadline30 days before trial (TRCP 194)
Primary RuleTRCP 194, 195

Common Personal Injury Exhibits in Texas

Police accident reports
Medical records and bills
Photographs of injuries and scene
Witness statements
Expert medical reports
Life care plans
Economic loss calculations
Employment records
Insurance policies
Vehicle damage documentation
Surveillance footage
Demonstrative exhibits

Texas Personal Injury Tips

  • 1TRCP 194 governs mandatory disclosure of evidence
  • 2Expert reports required 30 days before trial under TRCP 195
  • 3Harris County has specific pretrial procedures
  • 4Texas has modified comparative fault - document carefully
  • 5Medical malpractice requires expert report within 120 days
  • 6eFileTexas is mandatory for all civil cases
  • 7Bates stamp all medical records chronologically

Common Personal Injury Filing Mistakes in Texas

Missing TRCP 195 expert disclosure deadlines
Incomplete medical record chronology
Not obtaining all billing records
Failing to preserve vehicle damage evidence
Inadequate life care plan documentation
Missing witness contact information

Personal Injury Exhibits in Texas: FAQ

What are TRCP 194 disclosure requirements for Texas injury cases?

TRCP 194 requires disclosure of witnesses, documents, damages calculations, and insurance information. Disclose all evidence you may use at trial without awaiting discovery requests.

What expert requirements apply to Texas personal injury cases?

TRCP 195 requires expert disclosure 30 days before trial (90 days for medical malpractice). Medical malpractice cases require an expert report within 120 days of filing under TCPRC Chapter 74.

How do I organize medical records for Texas injury cases?

Organize chronologically by provider. Include all treatment records, radiology, operative reports, and billing. Create a timeline exhibit and Bates stamp each page.

What damages exhibits are important in Texas injury cases?

Texas allows economic and non-economic damages. Prepare medical bills, lost wages documentation, life care plans for serious injuries, and expert economic analysis.

What are Harris County personal injury procedures?

Harris County district courts have specific pretrial scheduling orders. Check your court's requirements for exhibit deadlines, pretrial conferences, and trial settings.

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