Harris County Jury Awards $52,181.30 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver crashed into the back of their vehicle. The injured driver sought medical treatment and filed a lawsuit. The jury found in favor of the injured driver and awarded damages for pain, impairment, and medical expenses.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $52,181
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2022
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Case Overview
A rear-end collision occurred on November 13, 2018, at the intersection of FM 1960 and Perry Road in Harris County, Texas. The plaintiff's vehicle was stopped at a red light when the defendant's vehicle struck it from behind. The plaintiff subsequently sought medical treatment for injuries and filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant's negligence. Specific allegations included failing to control speed, maintain a proper lookout, avoid the collision, apply brakes, and maintain a safe distance.
The defendant countered these allegations by asserting the plaintiff's contributory or comparative negligence. The defense also claimed the plaintiff had prior or pre-existing injuries, that third-party conduct caused the accident, that the incident was a sudden emergency or unavoidable, and that the plaintiff failed to mitigate damages. The defendant further sought to limit the plaintiff's recovery of medical expenses.
After litigation that involved court rulings on motions regarding judicial notice and expert opinions, a jury returned an 11-1 verdict in favor of the plaintiff on August 19, 2022. The jury awarded $44,095.00 in damages, which included compensation for past physical pain, mental anguish, physical impairment, and medical care. On September 28, 2022, the court entered judgment on the verdict, adding $8,086.30 in pre-judgment interest, for a total award of $52,181.30. The court also assigned the costs of court to the defendant.
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