Lewisville Jury Awards $13,567 After Rear-End Collision
One driver stopped at a yield sign and was rear-ended by another vehicle. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including sprains and strains. The medical bills were $9,567, and the jury awarded $13,567 for past medical costs and past physical impairment, but not for pain and suffering.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $13,567
- County
- Denton County, TX
- Resolved
- 2015
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
In July 2011, a motor vehicle collision occurred in Lewisville when a personal trainer, driving a rented SUV, stopped at a yield sign on the service road of Interstate 35 and was rear-ended by a compact car. The plaintiff claimed neck and back injuries from the impact. The plaintiff subsequently sued the defendant for negligently causing the collision, to which the defendant stipulated liability.
The plaintiff alleged sustained neck and back sprains and strains, incurring $9,567 in medical bills and chiropractic care until October 2011. The plaintiff also sought damages for past physical pain, mental anguish, and physical impairment, asserting that the injuries prevented her from working out or riding motorcycles. The defense contended the impact was minor, describing it as "a tap," and presented photos showing little vehicle damage. The defense also emphasized the plaintiff's history of prior neck and back injuries from other accidents, arguing that the complaints were due to pre-existing conditions.
After a two-day trial and one day of jury deliberation, the jury awarded the plaintiff $13,567. The award included $9,567 for past medical costs and $4,000 for past physical impairment. The jury did not award damages for physical pain and mental anguish.
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