Harris County Car Crash for Minor Injuries Settles for $30,000
A vehicle carrying passengers was struck by another vehicle. One passenger sustained abrasions and an abdominal injury, while another experienced neck and chest pain. The case involved a settlement for the injured minors, which was reviewed and approved by the court.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- $30,000
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2024
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
On September 19, 2022, two minor children sustained injuries as restrained passengers in a vehicle struck by another vehicle. One minor suffered an abrasion to the right shoulder and an abdominal injury, while the other experienced left shoulder, mid-chest, and neck pain.
An individual, acting individually and as next friend for the minor children, filed a case seeking court approval for a settlement related to the incident. In Harris County, a guardian ad litem was subsequently appointed to represent the interests of the minor children. The guardian ad litem reviewed a proposed settlement and recommended its approval, determining it was in the minors' best interest.
On October 14, 2024, the court approved the settlement agreement, finding it to be reasonable, fair, just, and in the best interest of the minor children. A final judgment, entered December 12, 2024, awarded $22,500 for one minor and $7,500 for the other. These funds were allocated for attorney fees, medical bills, and placement in interest-bearing accounts. Additionally, the guardian ad litem received $5,500 in fees.
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