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Tarrant County • 2017

Tarrant County Jury Awards $953 for Medical Care in Collision

A motor vehicle accident case was tried on damages only. The jury awarded $953 for past medical expenses and nothing for past physical pain and mental anguish.

Case Information Updated: October 2025

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Back Strain / Soft Tissue
Other Accident
Motor Vehicle Negligence

Case Outcome

Outcome
Verdict-Plaintiff
Amount
$953
County
Tarrant County, TX
Resolved
2017

Injury & Accident Details

Injury Type
Back Strain / Soft Tissue
Accident Type
Other
Case Type
Motor Vehicle Negligence

Case Overview

In Tarrant County, a motor vehicle accident resulted in a lawsuit filed by the plaintiff seeking damages for neck and back injuries. The case proceeded to trial solely on the issue of damages.

After deliberating, a Tarrant County jury returned a plaintiff verdict by a 10-2 vote. The jury awarded $953 for the plaintiff's past medical expenses. However, the jury did not award damages for past physical pain and mental anguish or for past physical impairment.

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