Tarrant County Jury Finds Split Negligence, Awards $7,107 in Auto Crash
One driver was found to be 80% at fault for a motor vehicle accident, while the other driver was found to be 20% at fault. The injured driver was awarded damages for past physical pain and mental anguish, and past medical care.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $1,500
- County
- Tarrant County, TX
- Resolved
- 2022
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Personal injury
Case Overview
A motor vehicle accident in Tarrant County led to a personal injury lawsuit filed by the plaintiff against the defendant. The plaintiff sought damages for injuries sustained in the incident.
The case proceeded to trial, where a jury considered claims related to the accident. Following deliberations, the jury returned a unanimous verdict, finding the defendant 80% negligent for the accident and the plaintiff 20% negligent. The jury awarded the plaintiff $1,500 for past physical pain and mental anguish and $5,607 for past medical care. No future damages were awarded for pain, mental anguish, physical impairment, or medical expenses.
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