Harris County, Texas Court Awards $10,932 in Car Crash Negligence
One driver collided with another vehicle in Houston, Texas. The driver of the first vehicle allegedly failed to maintain a lane and struck the second vehicle, causing damage and injuries to its occupants. The plaintiffs sought payment for vehicle damages and bodily injury compensation. The court awarded damages for property damage, medical expenses, and attorney fees.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $10,932
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2021
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Case Overview
A collision occurred on March 29, 2019, in Houston, Harris County, Texas. The plaintiffs, a driver and passenger, alleged the defendant driver's negligence, including failure to maintain a lane, caused the crash, resulting in property damage and personal injuries. An owner of the defendant driver's vehicle was also initially named but later dismissed from the case without prejudice.
The plaintiffs filed suit on April 17, 2020, seeking compensation for vehicle damages and bodily injuries. After difficulties serving the defendant driver, the court authorized alternate service methods. On November 2, 2020, the court entered a Final Judgment in favor of the plaintiffs against the defendant driver, who failed to appear in court despite being served.
Total damages of $10,932.12 were awarded. This included $5,932.12 for property damage, $2,500 each for medical expenses for the driver and passenger plaintiffs, and $700 in attorney fees. The judgment also covered court costs and applicable interest. No appeal was filed.
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