Houston Jury Awards $63,525 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was slowing for a red light when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The impact pushed the first vehicle into the car in front of it. The driver who was rear-ended reported pain in their head, neck, back, and hip, and was later diagnosed with a herniated lumbar disc and other injuries.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $63,525
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2021
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Lumbar Disc Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Multiple Vehicle Collision
Case Overview
On November 30, 2015, in Houston, Texas, a motor vehicle collision occurred when a plaintiff's vehicle, slowing for a red light on Kingwood Drive, was struck from the rear by a vehicle operated by the defendant. The impact reportedly pushed the plaintiff's vehicle into a car in front. The plaintiff sought hospital treatment following the accident and was later diagnosed with a herniated lumbar disc, lumbago, Achilles tendonitis, cervical sprain, and headaches.
The plaintiff filed a negligence action, alleging the defendant failed to keep a proper lookout, drove at an excessive speed, and did not apply brakes or maneuver to avoid the collision. The defendant denied all negligence and disputed the alleged injuries, arguing the plaintiff's own actions or failure to use reasonable care contributed to the incident or any resulting harm.
A jury in Houston, Texas, found the defendant negligent and determined this negligence caused harm to the plaintiff. The jury awarded the plaintiff $63,525 in damages.
VerdictlyTM Score
This outcome is within expected ranges
This score is calculated by analyzing injury type, accident details, geographic location, temporal trends, and comparing against 2,000+ similar cases in our database.
Want results like this for your case?
Share your situation and we'll connect you with experienced motor vehicle accident attorneys who have handled cases like this in Harris County.
Similar cases you may find useful
Handpicked by matching injury type, accident details, and outcome to this case.
One driver was stopped to make a left turn when their pickup truck was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver of the pickup truck claimed injuries to their back and neck. The lawsuit alleged the other driver was negligent. The trial focused on damages.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed serious injuries to their neck and back, including paralysis in one arm, requiring surgery. The other driver argued that a third vehicle caused the accident or that the injured driver's own actions contributed. The jury found the second driver fully at fault.
One driver was stopped in traffic on a highway when their vehicle was struck from behind by a bus. The driver claimed the collision caused permanent injuries, forcing them to change to a less physically demanding job. The bus company denied negligence. The jury found the bus company at fault.
One driver was stopped at a stop sign when their pickup truck was struck from behind by another pickup truck. The driver and a passenger in the first truck claimed injuries. The passenger's claim was settled before trial. The driver's claim proceeded to trial, where the jury found the second driver liable for the accident.
One driver was stopped behind another vehicle when her car was hit from behind by a trailing car. The injured driver claimed injuries to her back, head, and neck, including herniated discs and nerve impingement. The defense conceded liability, and the trial focused on damages. The injured driver testified that she still experiences back pain and has difficulty lifting children, impacting her ability to work as a nanny.