Stafford, Texas Jury Awards $2,600 for Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped on a road when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was struck claimed injuries to their back and neck. The driver who caused the collision admitted to being distracted by a fallen cell phone at the time of the crash. The trial focused on determining the amount of damages.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $2,600
- County
- Fort Bend County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
In June 2016, a retiree was involved in a rear-end collision on West Airport Boulevard near Highway 59 in Stafford, Texas. The plaintiff claimed to suffer neck and back injuries, along with headaches, and subsequently filed a lawsuit against the driver of the trailing vehicle, alleging negligence. The defendant conceded liability for the accident, admitting to being distracted by a fallen cellular telephone just prior to impact.
The one-day trial proceeded to address the extent of the plaintiff's damages. The plaintiff testified to ongoing pain and the inability to stand for extended periods, seeking $68,000. Evidence showed the plaintiff began chiropractic treatment four days after the accident, undergoing twelve sessions over a year. The defense argued that the plaintiff's pain complaints lessened after initial treatments, that medical bills were under $5,200, and that testimony regarding pain contradicted prior deposition statements. The defense also presented medical records indicating an MRI scan was unnecessary and suggested a total award of $1,800 if damages were found.
After two and a half hours of deliberation, a jury awarded the plaintiff $2,600. The verdict included $1,600 for past medical costs, $500 for past physical impairment, and $500 for past pain and suffering.
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