Harris County Court Issues Defense Verdict in Rear-End Collision
One driver was traveling on a road when the other driver allegedly rear-ended their vehicle. The first driver claimed the second driver failed to control speed, maintain a proper lookout, and follow traffic laws. The second driver denied the allegations and raised affirmative defenses, including contributory negligence. The court ruled in favor of the second driver, finding that the first driver should not receive any damages.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Defense
- Amount
- Undisclosed
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2017
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Case Overview
On February 12, 2015, a vehicle operated by the plaintiff was allegedly rear-ended by a vehicle operated by the defendant on Kuykendahl Road in Harris County, Texas. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit on July 7, 2016, claiming the defendant failed to control speed, maintain a proper lookout, yield right-of-way, and operate the vehicle safely, among other allegations. The plaintiff sought damages for past and future physical pain, mental anguish, medical expenses, property damage, and loss of use.
The defendant filed a general denial on June 24, 2016, and asserted affirmative defenses, including contributory negligence, arguing that any injuries resulted from the plaintiff's own actions or those of independent third parties. The defendant also sought a reduction in recovery for medical expenses to the amount actually paid or incurred.
The case proceeded to a bench trial. On September 20, 2017, the court ruled against the plaintiff, finding in favor of the defendant. The court ordered that the plaintiff take nothing, and the case was formally terminated on October 17, 2017, with no damages awarded.
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