Dallas Jury Finds Negligence in Rear-End Collision, Awards $10,000
One driver was traveling on a tollway when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. This impact caused the first vehicle to then hit the vehicle in front of it. The driver who was hit first sustained injuries to their neck and back.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $10,000
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2021
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Multi-vehicle
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Multiple Vehicle Collision
Case Overview
On or about November 30, 2016, a plaintiff sustained neck and back injuries in a multi-vehicle collision on the Dallas North Tollway in Dallas, Texas. The incident occurred when a defendant's vehicle struck the plaintiff's vehicle from the rear, pushing it into a third vehicle ahead.
The plaintiff filed a lawsuit alleging the defendant's negligence caused the collision. Claims against the defendant included failing to keep a proper lookout, failing to apply brakes timely, and failing to remain attentive while driving. The plaintiff also maintained that the defendant was operating the vehicle without a valid license. The defendant denied all allegations of negligence and injury, and further argued that the plaintiff was comparatively negligent.
A jury subsequently found the defendant negligent. The plaintiff was awarded $9,000 for past medical expenses and $1,000 for past pain and suffering, resulting in a total judgment of $10,000.
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