Dallas Jury Finds Plaintiff Negligent, No Damages in Collision
One driver was traveling straight in Dallas when she collided with another vehicle making a left turn. The driver going straight claimed injuries to her lower back and right knee. The other driver contended she had a green arrow and the first driver's light was red. The jury found only the driver going straight negligent.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Defense
- Amount
- Undisclosed
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Head-on
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
In Dallas, Texas, a collision occurred on June 30, 2016, involving a sport utility vehicle driven by the plaintiff and a sedan operated by the defendant. The incident happened at an intersection with a stoplight where the plaintiff was proceeding straight and the defendant was making a left turn, resulting in a nearly head-on impact. Both vehicles sustained significant damage and required towing. The plaintiff reported lower back and right knee injuries, for which she sought emergency medical attention and subsequent physical therapy.
The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the defendant, alleging negligent operation of her vehicle, including failing to keep a proper lookout and yield the right of way. The plaintiff testified that her traffic light was green. Conversely, the defendant contended that she had a green arrow, and the plaintiff's light was red. A police report, admitted as evidence, listed a contributing factor against the plaintiff for disregarding a stop-and-go signal. The plaintiff sought $3,435 for past medical expenses, unspecified damages for pain and anguish, and property damage. The defense questioned the link between the plaintiff's physical therapy and the accident, noting an 18-day gap in treatment following the incident.
After a four-hour trial, a jury deliberated for 30 minutes before rendering a defense verdict. The jury found only the plaintiff negligent, resulting in a zero-dollar award.
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