Dallas Jury Finds Negligence in Rear-End Collision, Awards $40,681
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was hit from behind by another car. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their back and neck. The case went to trial to determine damages.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $40,681
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Lumbar Disc Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On August 4, 2016, a rear-end collision occurred on Interstate 30 in Dallas, Texas. The plaintiff, a 61-year-old self-employed woman, was stopped in traffic when her vehicle was struck from behind by a vehicle driven by the defendant. The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant was negligent in operating the vehicle.
The plaintiff claimed the collision caused injuries to her back and neck, specifically a herniated L5-S1 disc and protrusions of her C3-4 and C4-5 discs. She underwent chiropractic manipulation and physical therapy. The plaintiff sought recovery for past medical expenses, as well as damages for past and future pain, suffering, impairment, and mental anguish, stating her injuries led to residual pain and limitations that impacted her work and hobbies.
The defense conceded liability for the accident but disputed the causation of the alleged injuries. Defense counsel argued that the plaintiff's conditions were pre-existing degenerative issues related to aging and the demanding nature of her work as a construction company owner.
After a three-day trial and two hours of jury deliberation, the jury found in favor of the plaintiff, awarding $40,681 in damages. This amount included compensation for past medical costs, past physical impairment, past pain and suffering, past mental anguish, and future pain and suffering.
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