Dallas County Jury Awards $1,696 in Rear-End Collision
One driver stopped in traffic and was hit from behind by another vehicle. The impact pushed the stopped vehicle into the one in front of it. The driver who was rear-ended claimed neck and back injuries and headaches. She sought medical treatment, including chiropractic care and physical therapy. The jury awarded her past medical expenses.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $1,696
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2018
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
In April 2015, a plaintiff was driving in Dallas, Texas, when her vehicle, stopped in heavy traffic on Inwood Road, was rear-ended by another driver. The force of the collision pushed the plaintiff's vehicle into a third vehicle. The defendant driver admitted fault at the scene. The plaintiff reported neck and back strains, sprains, and headaches, and subsequently sought treatment including chiropractic care, physical therapy, X-rays, and MRIs.
The plaintiff filed a lawsuit alleging the defendant driver negligently failed to keep a proper lookout, control speed, maintain a safe distance, and timely apply brakes. The defendant driver stipulated to liability for the collision. At trial, the plaintiff sought $12,314 for past medical expenses, as well as unspecified amounts for past and future pain, mental anguish, and physical impairment. The plaintiff's chiropractor testified that the treatment and associated bills were reasonable and necessary. The defense argued that only the initial eight treatment visits were necessary given the plaintiff's reported pain levels, and that the MRIs were not medically justified.
After a one-day trial, a Dallas County jury deliberated for 20 minutes. The jury awarded the plaintiff $1,696, specifically for past medical expenses. The verdict reflected the jury's assessment of the necessary and reasonable extent of the plaintiff's medical treatment.
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