Court Dismisses Intersection Collision, No Damages Awarded
One driver filed a lawsuit against another driver after a collision at an intersection. The first driver stated they stopped at a stop sign and proceeded through the intersection when the second driver, who allegedly failed to stop and control their speed, hit their vehicle. The first driver sought compensation for pain, suffering, medical expenses, and mental anguish. The case was dismissed because the first driver did not appear for trial.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Defense
- Amount
- Undisclosed
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2021
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
A plaintiff filed a lawsuit in December 2019 following a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of West Hardy Road and Richcrest Drive. The plaintiff alleged that after stopping at a stop sign and proceeding into the intersection, their vehicle was struck by the defendant's car. The plaintiff claimed the defendant failed to control speed, adhere to a stop sign, timely apply brakes, maintain a proper lookout, and yield the right of way. The plaintiff sought compensation for physical pain, suffering, mental anguish, and medical expenses.
Court records did not indicate any specific defenses or counterclaims filed by the defendant. In March 2021, the court issued an Order of Dismissal for want of prosecution. This procedural resolution occurred because the plaintiff failed to appear for trial. No damages were awarded to either party, and the court assessed the costs of the proceedings against each party.
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