Grand Prairie Jury Awards $15,200.68 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was in a multi-vehicle rear-end collision in Grand Prairie. The initial impact propelled a truck into the plaintiff's vehicle, which then hit the car in front. The plaintiff claimed neck and back pain, including disc herniations and strains. The defense conceded liability. The jury awarded damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $15,201
- County
- Tarrant County, TX
- Resolved
- 2020
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Cervical Disc Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On May 12, 2017, a four-vehicle rear-end collision occurred in Grand Prairie. The defendant, driving a Ford Focus, struck the rear of a pickup truck, which then impacted the rear of the plaintiff's sports car. The plaintiff's vehicle subsequently rear-ended the car in front of it. The defendant received a citation for failing to control speed. The plaintiff later sued the defendant, alleging negligence in the operation of her vehicle.
The plaintiff reported suffering neck, back, and thumb pain, later claiming disc herniations, sprains, numbness, tingling in the hands, and grip weakness. He sought emergency medical treatment the day after the incident, followed by chiropractic care, physical therapy, and a single visit to an orthopedic surgeon. The plaintiff testified about ongoing hand and grip problems that affected his daily activities. His counsel requested specific amounts for past medical costs, and past and future pain and anguish, leaving other damages to the jury.
The defense conceded liability for the accident in opening statements, with the defendant testifying that the accident was her fault. However, the defense disputed the extent of the plaintiff's injuries and damages, highlighting gaps in treatment and a chiropractor's record indicating the resolution of injuries. The defense suggested a significantly lower award for past medical costs and past pain, and zero for other damages. After a one-day trial and 30 hours of deliberation, the jury found the defendant liable and awarded the plaintiff $15,200.68.
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