Fort Worth Jury Issues Defense Verdict in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped in traffic when her vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed injuries to her back, including bulging discs. The defense argued the collision was minor and did not cause the claimed injuries. The jury found that the defendant's negligence did not cause the incident.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Defense
- Amount
- Undisclosed
- County
- Tarrant County, TX
- Resolved
- 2020
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
In September 2016, a collision occurred during morning rush hour in Fort Worth when the defendant's vehicle rear-ended the plaintiff's car. The plaintiff, an accountant, subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging that the defendant's negligent driving caused the incident and resulted in personal injuries, specifically to her back.
The plaintiff claimed to have sustained trauma causing bulging intervertebral discs and experienced persistent back pain. She sought chiropractic treatment and physical therapy following the accident. An expert chiropractor testified that the plaintiff's disc bulges were related to the collision, despite gaps in treatment. The plaintiff requested over $11,000 for past medical expenses, in addition to compensation for pain, suffering, and physical impairment.
The defendant testified that the impact was minor, stating she was not rushing and her lunch on the passenger seat did not even move. Defense counsel argued that the incident was a simple accident and challenged the causal link between the collision and the plaintiff's claimed injuries, noting the minor property damage. After a one-day trial, the jury deliberated for 1.5 hours before returning a defense verdict. The jury concluded that the defendant's negligence was not the proximate cause of the plaintiff's alleged injuries.
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