Fort Bend County Car Crash Settles, Amount Undisclosed
One driver was entering an apartment complex when the other driver struck their vehicle. The first driver alleged the second driver failed to maintain a proper lookout, yield the right of way, and drove at an excessive speed. The case involved claims for pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages. The parties eventually reached a settlement agreement.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- Undisclosed
- County
- Fort Bend County, TX
- Resolved
- 2024
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
A motor vehicle collision occurred on November 23, 2017, in Fort Bend County, Texas, when the defendant's vehicle struck the plaintiff's vehicle as the defendant was entering an apartment complex. The plaintiff, who was exiting, filed a lawsuit on July 26, 2019. The plaintiff alleged the defendant failed to keep a proper lookout, yield the right of way, maintain reasonable speed and control, and apply brakes, among other operational failures. The plaintiff sought damages for physical pain, mental anguish, medical expenses, lost earnings, property damage, and related costs.
The defendant filed a general denial on September 28, 2020, asserting defenses including comparative fault, sole proximate cause, pre-existing conditions, and failure to mitigate damages. On October 2, 2024, the plaintiff filed a request for an Order of Nonsuit with prejudice, leading to the case's termination. The resolution was categorized as a likely settlement between the parties.
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