Texas Jury Awards $8,811 in Rear-End Collision
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The collision resulted in injuries.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $8,811
- County
- Bexar County, TX
- Resolved
- 2020
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Case Overview
A lawsuit alleging motor vehicle negligence arose from a rear-end collision. The plaintiff claimed the defendant's negligence caused the incident and sought damages for resulting injuries. An orthopedic and spinal surgeon testified during the proceedings.
On January 16, 2020, a jury in Texas returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, awarding $8,811.
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