Houston Jury Awards $38,678 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was traveling southbound when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The first driver claimed the second driver was negligent and caused injuries to their neck and back. The second driver admitted to the collision but disputed the severity of the injuries. A jury awarded the first driver damages for pain and suffering and past medical expenses.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $38,678
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2022
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Case Overview
A male plaintiff filed a motor vehicle negligence action after his vehicle was struck from the rear by a defendant on June 8, 2017. The incident occurred on the 7300 block of Gulf Freeway in Houston, Texas, resulting in the plaintiff suffering neck and back injuries.
The plaintiff alleged the defendant was negligent by failing to maintain a safe distance, control vehicle speed, maintain an assured clear distance, and properly apply the vehicle's brakes. While the defendant admitted liability for striking the plaintiff's vehicle, the defendant denied that the plaintiff sustained any serious or permanent injuries as a direct result of the collision. The plaintiff maintained that his spinal injuries necessitated chiropractic and rehabilitation services.
A jury found for the plaintiff, awarding $12,000 for pain and suffering and $26,678 for past medical expenses. The total judgment amounted to $38,678.
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