Favorability to Plaintiff:

5 (Neutral)

Summary:

A small, rural coastal venue with an oil-and-agriculture economy and moderate demographics, Refugio benefits from its Coastal Bend position and decent access to plaintiff counsel. The industrial base (refinery/chemical and maritime exposure) creates moderate plaintiff sympathy, and locals are not shy about suing big oil or industry when accidents happen. There have been some plaintiff-friendly results in maritime/chemical cases. That said, the verdict record lacks major headline awards, and juries, while considered fair, are conservative and keep numbers measured. Net: coastal and industrial with real openings on clear liability, but expectations should stay modest.

County Seat:

Refugio

Population (2024):

6,739

Median Age:

43.9

Median Income:

$58,016

2024 Election Results:

Trump (69.4%)