Burleson, Texas Jury Awards $11,533 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped in traffic when their car was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed neck and back injuries. The case alleged the rear driver was negligent for not maintaining a safe distance and controlling speed. The injured driver sought damages for medical costs and pain and suffering.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $11,533
- County
- Johnson County, TX
- Resolved
- 2017
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On May 18, 2012, in Burleson, Texas, the plaintiff, an information technology worker, was stopped in traffic when another vehicle rear-ended their sedan. The plaintiff sustained neck and back injuries and subsequently filed a lawsuit against the driver of the other vehicle, alleging negligence. The plaintiff's counsel asserted that the defendant failed to maintain a safe distance and control speed. The defendant died of unrelated causes during the litigation.
The plaintiff claimed the impact caused initial soreness, leading to neck and lower back pain requiring three months of chiropractic treatment. Medical records, including MRIs allegedly showing disc protrusions, were presented to link the injuries to the collision. The plaintiff sought $9,533 in medical costs and damages for ongoing pain and physical impairment. The defendant's counsel maintained that the defendant had acted reasonably. A defense expert, reviewing medical records, testified that the injuries would have incurred lower medical expenses and fewer treatment sessions.
After a one-day trial, the jury found the defendant 100 percent liable for the accident. The plaintiff was awarded $11,533, which included $9,533 for past medical costs, $1,500 for past physical impairment, and $500 for past pain and suffering.
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