Houston Jury Awards $15,144 After Rear-End Collision
One driver was traveling on a road in Houston, Texas, when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The first driver claimed injuries to their neck and back. The second driver initially denied fault but later agreed to liability before the trial. The jury awarded the first driver past medical expenses and lost wages.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $15,144
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2020
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Case Overview
A female driver, the plaintiff, filed a negligence action after her vehicle was rear-ended on September 24, 2014, on the 4900 block of Louetta Road in Houston, Texas. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant, who was traveling behind her, struck her vehicle, causing injuries to her neck and back that required treatment at a spine and back pain center. The plaintiff claimed the defendant was negligent by failing to control the vehicle's speed, stop, maintain a clear distance, keep a proper lookout, and maneuver to avoid the collision.
The defendant initially denied all allegations of negligence and injury but stipulated to liability before the trial commenced. A jury then determined the plaintiff was entitled to recover for her damages. The verdict awarded the plaintiff $13,844.26 for past medical expenses and $1,300 for past wage loss, totaling $15,144.26.
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