Dallas Jury Finds No Negligence, No Damages in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped in a left turn lane when the vehicle behind them rear-ended them. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed neck and back injuries. The driver of the second vehicle argued they were acting as a prudent driver while making a sharp turn and watching another vehicle. The jury found no negligence by either driver.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Defense
- Amount
- Undisclosed
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2016
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On February 7, 2014, a rear-end collision occurred on Maple Avenue in Dallas, Texas. The plaintiff, a self-employed floor installer, was driving with a passenger when their vehicle was struck from behind by a vehicle operated by the defendant. Traffic had slowed to a stop after both vehicles completed a left turn. The plaintiff's passenger settled their claim before trial. The remaining plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant negligently failed to keep a proper lookout, control speed, follow too closely, and avoid the collision.
The defendant denied negligence, asserting that during the sharp left turn, he was observing an adjacent vehicle that appeared to be encroaching into his lane, and that lane markings did not extend into the intersection. The defendant argued this conduct constituted that of an ordinarily prudent driver. The plaintiff claimed neck and back injuries, including a disc herniation, seeking damages for past and future medical bills, as well as physical pain and mental anguish. The defense contended the impact was minor, citing minimal damage to the plaintiff's vehicle and no visible damage to the defendant's vehicle, and noted that the plaintiff had denied injury at the scene.
Following a trial, a jury found no negligence on the part of either the plaintiff or the defendant. Consequently, no damages were awarded to the plaintiff.
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