Erath County (Stephenville) Venue Guide
100 W. Washington Street, Stephenville, TX 7640114mo
Avg. to Trial
~80
Court PI Filings
District
Court Type
E-Filing
Jury Pool Characteristics
Central Texas — Tarleton State University town
Conservative demographics with university influence
Dairy and agricultural heritage
Population ~42,000 county-wide
Filing Procedures
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E-filing mandatory via eFileTexas.gov
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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
Erath County local rules
Mediation available
Strategic Tips
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US-67/US-377 corridor
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SH-108 and SH-8 rural routes
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Dairy industry truck traffic
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University-area pedestrian accidents
Frequently Asked Questions — Erath County (Stephenville)
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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