Beaumont Jury Finds Split Negligence, Awards $99.07 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was traveling on a road when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The first driver's car spun off the road. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries and sought damages for medical expenses, pain, and impairment. The second driver argued the first driver stopped suddenly. The jury found both drivers 50 percent responsible and awarded the first driver $99.07 for past medical expenses.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $99
- County
- Jefferson County, TX
- Resolved
- 2018
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On January 1, 2015, a plaintiff, a car wash employee, was driving east on Lucas Drive in Beaumont, Texas, when their vehicle was rear-ended by another driver. The plaintiff's vehicle spun off the road, and the plaintiff reported neck and back injuries.
The plaintiff sued the defendant for negligence, alleging failure to maintain a proper lookout, control speed, and brake in time to avoid the collision. The plaintiff contended they were traveling at a normal speed when hit. The defendant argued that the plaintiff stopped suddenly before the impact. The plaintiff sought compensation for soft-tissue neck and back injuries, which included emergency room treatment and 16 sessions of chiropractic physical therapy. The plaintiff claimed $4,471.14 in past medical expenses, along with past physical pain, mental anguish, and physical impairment.
After a two-day trial, the jury deliberated for four hours. The jury determined both drivers were 50 percent negligent for the collision. The plaintiff was awarded $99.07 for past medical expenses only. After the reduction for comparative fault, the defendant was held liable for $49.54.
VerdictlyTM Score
This outcome significantly deviates from similar cases
This score is calculated by analyzing injury type, accident details, geographic location, temporal trends, and comparing against 2,000+ similar cases in our database.
Deserve a fair outcome for your case?
Share your situation and we'll connect you with experienced motor vehicle accident attorneys who have handled cases like this in Jefferson County.
Similar cases you may find useful
Handpicked by matching injury type, accident details, and outcome to this case.
One driver was stopped at a traffic signal when their car was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their back and neck. The driver who caused the collision admitted to being groggy and potentially falling asleep briefly before the impact. The injured driver sought damages for medical expenses and pain.
One driver was stopped at a red light when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed injuries to their back, knee, and neck. The case alleged the trailing driver was negligent for failing to maintain a safe distance and control their speed. The jury found the trailing driver liable and awarded damages for past medical expenses.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their back and neck. The case proceeded to trial to determine damages, as liability was conceded.
One driver was stopped on a road when their car was struck from behind by another car. This initial impact propelled the stopped car into a third vehicle. The driver of the first car claimed injuries to their back and neck, seeking damages for medical expenses and pain.
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.