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Verdict-Plaintiff
Dallas County • 2020

Texas Jury Finds Split Negligence, Awards $3,456 in Car Crash

One driver and another driver were involved in a motor vehicle accident. The jury found both parties to be 50% negligent. The injured person received damages for past medical care and past physical impairment.

Case Information Updated: October 2025

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Back Strain / Soft Tissue
Other Accident
Motor Vehicle Negligence

Case Outcome

Outcome
Verdict-Plaintiff
Amount
$500
County
Dallas County, TX
Resolved
2020

Injury & Accident Details

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

Case Overview

A motor vehicle accident prompted a plaintiff to file a lawsuit alleging negligence against the defendant. The plaintiff claimed to have sustained neck and back injuries as a result of the incident.

Following a trial, a jury delivered a plaintiff verdict, finding both the plaintiff and the defendant 50% negligent for the accident. The jury awarded $500 for past physical impairment and $2,956 for past medical care. No damages were awarded for past or future physical pain and mental anguish, or for future physical impairment or medical care. The verdict was reached with a 5-1 poll.

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