Houston Jury Awards $19,783 in Rear-End Collision
One driver stopped at a red light was hit from behind by another driver. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder. The jury found the second driver's actions caused harm and awarded damages.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $19,783
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2015
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Case Overview
A vehicular negligence lawsuit was filed following a rear-end collision that occurred on May 8, 2013, in Houston, Texas. The plaintiff was stopped at a red light at the intersection of Westheimer and Briargrove when the defendant's vehicle struck the rear of her car. The plaintiff alleged the defendant was negligent for failing to maintain a proper lookout, operate safely, control vehicle speed, and avoid the collision. As a result, the plaintiff claimed to have sustained injuries to her neck, back, and shoulder, necessitating months of chiropractic treatment.
The defendant admitted liability for causing the collision but disputed that the plaintiff sustained serious or permanent injuries. After considering the evidence, a jury found that the defendant's negligence caused harm to the plaintiff. The jury awarded the plaintiff $19,783 in damages.
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