Harris County Judge Awards $39,733 in Motor Vehicle Negligence
One driver was traveling westbound when another driver failed to yield the right of way at an intersection and struck their vehicle. The injured driver sustained injuries and alleged the other driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and follow traffic laws. The case went to trial, and the court entered a default judgment in favor of the injured driver.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Defense
- Amount
- $39,733
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Case Overview
On April 11, 2018, a plaintiff was involved in an automobile accident in Harris County, Texas. The plaintiff's vehicle was struck by the defendant's vehicle at an intersection when the defendant allegedly failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the plaintiff to sustain injuries.
On September 13, 2018, the plaintiff filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant's negligence due to various failures, including not maintaining a proper lookout and failing to yield the right-of-way. The plaintiff sought damages for injuries, interest, and court costs. The defendant filed a general denial, refuting the claims. A non-jury trial was initially scheduled but later continued at the parties' request to allow the defendant more time to prepare and secure legal representation.
On May 15, 2019, the court granted the plaintiff's motion for default judgment. The court entered judgment for the plaintiff, awarding $14,733 for medical bills, $3,000 for past physical pain and suffering, totaling $39,733.14, along with post-judgment interest and court costs.
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