A car accident is scary and confusing, and the steps you take right after matter. These are the free Texas resources for getting your crash report, filing an insurance claim, knowing your rights with insurance companies, and checking your car's histo...
Buy your official Texas crash report online from TxDOT. Insurers and lawyers will ask for it. Reports are usually available about 10 days after the crash.
TxDOT Crash Report Purchase Portal
File a complaint with the Texas Department of Insurance if your insurer is delaying or denying a claim unfairly. Their help line is 800-252-3439.
Get help with an insurance complaint
Texas DPS info on crash reports and when a crash must be reported to police. Take photos of everything at the scene if it's safe.
Texas Peace Officers Crash Report How File - dps.texas.gov
Check if your car has any open recalls after a crash and make sure they're fixed. Safety recall repairs are free.
Recalls
TexasLawHelp has free legal information if you're dealing with an uninsured driver or a dispute over who pays.
Texas Law Help
State Bar of Texas lawyer referral service if you need help with an injury claim. Many injury lawyers offer free consultations.
State Bar of Texas | Lawyer Referral & Information Service
NMVTIS lets you check a car's title history for flood damage, salvage or theft. Important in Texas after hurricanes, when flooded cars get resold.
VehicleHistory
Texas DMV for titles, registration and what to do if your car is totaled. You'll need to sign the title over to your insurer.
TxDMV Home | TxDMV.gov
Carfax vehicle history reports show past accidents and service records before you buy a replacement used car.
CARFAX
NHTSA road safety tips on seat belts, teen drivers and distracted driving. Great to share with new drivers in the family.
