14mo
Avg. to Trial
~100
Court PI Filings
District
Court Type
E-Filing
Jury Pool Characteristics
Central Texas — growing Austin bedroom community
Mix of long-time residents and Austin transplants
Diverse demographics — significant Hispanic population
Moderate-conservative values shifting
Filing Procedures
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E-filing mandatory via eFileTexas.gov
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Filing fee approximately $300
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Modified comparative fault — 51% bar
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2-year SOL for PI
Local Rules & Requirements
Modified comparative fault — 51% bar
2-year SOL
Caldwell County local rules
Mediation required
Mandatory ADR
Mediation required
Strategic Tips
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US-183 corridor — Austin to Gonzales
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SH-130 toll road — high-speed corridor
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SH-130 has 85 mph speed limit — highest in US
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Rapid growth from Austin metro expansion
Frequently Asked Questions — Caldwell County (Lockhart)
Sources & Methodology
Disposition times: Based on state court annual reports and the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) State Court Caseload Digest (2023). Estimated averages for personal injury civil cases; actual timelines vary by case complexity.
Caseload figures: Derived from state court annual reports and NCSC Court Statistics Project data where available.
Filing procedures & fees: From court websites and published local rules of court, current as of early 2026. Fees and procedures are subject to change.
Jury pool characteristics: Based on county demographic data (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022), county-level jury verdict reporters, and published local bar association litigation guides.
Disclaimer: Court venue profiles are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Procedures, fees, and timelines change frequently. Verify all information with the court clerk's office before filing.
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