Houston Jury Concludes Rear-End Collision with $36,748 Award
One driver stopped at a traffic signal was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver claimed injuries to their neck and back, including disc injuries. The passenger also claimed injuries to their neck and back discs. The driver who was hit from behind was awarded damages for medical costs and pain and suffering. The passenger was also awarded damages for medical costs and pain and suffering.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $36,748
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Lumbar Disc Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Case Overview
On February 24, 2016, in Houston, Texas, a vehicle occupied by a driver and a front-seat passenger was struck from behind while stopped at a traffic signal on Wallisville Road. The plaintiffs subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant’s negligence caused the collision and their resulting neck and back injuries.
The plaintiffs claimed the defendant failed to keep a proper lookout, maintain a safe distance, control vehicle speed, and avoid the collision. The plaintiff driver reported disc injuries to the thoracic and lumbar spine, requiring specialist treatment. The plaintiff passenger sustained cervical and lumbar disc injuries. The defendant stipulated liability for the crash but disputed that the plaintiffs sustained any serious or permanent injuries as a result of the incident.
The court ultimately found in favor of the plaintiffs. The plaintiff driver received $14,149 for past medical costs and $15,000 for past and future pain and suffering. The plaintiff passenger was awarded $2,599 for past medical expenses and $5,000 for past and future pain and suffering.
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