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Verdict-Plaintiff
Harris County • 2020

$31,076 Motor Vehicle Accident Case

One driver was traveling on a freeway when their car was struck from behind by a box truck. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their back and neck. The responding officer believed the truck driver failed to control speed, but also faulted the other driver for an unsafe lane change. The truck driver claimed the other driver suddenly moved into their path. The jury found both drivers equally liable for the accident.

Case Information Updated: October 2025

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Back Strain / Soft Tissue
Rear-end
Motor Vehicle Negligence

Case Outcome

Outcome
Verdict-Plaintiff
Amount
$31,076
County
Harris County, TX
Resolved
2020

Injury & Accident Details

Injury Type
Back Strain / Soft Tissue
Accident Type
Rear-end
Case Type
Motor Vehicle Negligence

Case Overview

One driver was traveling on a freeway when their car was struck from behind by a box truck. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their back and neck. The responding officer believed the truck driver failed to control speed, but also faulted the other driver for an unsafe lane change. The truck driver claimed the other driver suddenly moved into their path. The jury found both drivers equally liable for the accident.

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55
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Questionable

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