Dallas Jury Finds Negligence, Awards $7,886.04 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended the vehicle behind them, pushing it into the plaintiff's vehicle. The plaintiff claimed neck pain and a head injury. The jury found the defendant negligent and awarded the plaintiff damages for medical bills.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $7,886
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2017
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Neck Injury (Whiplash)
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On May 9, 2013, a rear-end collision occurred in Dallas during rainy conditions. The plaintiff, an insurance adjuster, was stopped at a red light when the defendant, an uninsured driver, struck the vehicle behind the plaintiff's car, pushing it into the plaintiff's vehicle. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the defendant, alleging negligence for failing to control speed, maintain a proper lookout, and avoid the collision. Initial claims against other parties and the plaintiff's insurer were either dismissed or separated from the trial.
The defendant denied negligence, asserting he slid on the wet road while slowing for the light, arguing it was an accident. The defense also suggested the vehicle behind the plaintiff stopped too closely. The plaintiff claimed neck pain and a severe head injury, seeking $7,886.04 for medical bills. However, a judge granted a directed verdict for the defense on claims for lost earnings, physical pain and mental anguish, and physical impairment, citing a lack of supporting medical records and expert testimony.
Following a two-day trial, a jury found the defendant negligent and awarded the plaintiff $7,886.04.
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