Houston Jury Finds Negligence, Awards $9,995 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed serious neck and back injuries. The jury found the second driver 100% at fault for the collision.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $9,995
- 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 rear-end collision occurred on November 28, 2012, in Houston, Texas, when a vehicle driven by the defendant struck the rear of the plaintiff's stopped vehicle. The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant's negligence in failing to maintain a proper lookout, driving at an excessive speed, failing to brake timely, and failing to maneuver to avoid the collision. The plaintiff claimed the incident resulted in cervical sprain, cervical radiculopathy, lumbar sprain, and sciatica.
The defendant denied all allegations of negligence and injury, demanding strict proof of the plaintiff's claims at trial. The defendant also asserted a defense of comparative or contributory negligence on the part of the plaintiff.
A jury found the defendant 100% liable for causing the accident. The jury awarded the plaintiff $9,495 for past medical expenses and $500 for past wage loss, resulting in a total award of $9,995.
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