Charlotte County Jury Issues Verdict in Underinsured Motorist Case
One driver was stopped for traffic when the other driver struck the back of their vehicle. The injured driver claimed the other driver's negligence caused the collision and resulted in permanent injuries. The case also involved a claim for underinsured motorist coverage.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
About Back Strain / Soft Tissue Injuries
Back strain and soft tissue injuries are among the most common injuries sustained in car accidents. These injuries affect muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the back, often resulting from the sudden impact forces experienced during a collision.
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $94,488
- County
- Charlotte County, FL
- Resolved
- 2023
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $94,488 is above the median of $13,980 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $5,649 to $30,000, based on 1000 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On March 7, 2018, a motor vehicle operated by the plaintiff was struck from behind by another vehicle at the intersection of Tamiami Trail and El Jobean Road in Charlotte County, Florida. The plaintiff alleged the other driver's negligence caused the collision and resulted in the plaintiff sustaining permanent injuries. The plaintiff further claimed the other driver was an underinsured motorist.
In December 2018, the plaintiff filed a complaint for underinsured motorist coverage against their own carrier, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, in the Circuit Court of Charlotte County. During the subsequent trial, the parties stipulated to the withdrawal of future medical expenses.
Following the trial, the defendant filed a motion for a new trial in May 2023. The defendant argued that the verdict was against the manifest weight of the evidence and that the plaintiff's counsel made improper and prejudicial statements during closing arguments.
Understanding This Case
- The majority of soft tissue injuries resolve within 6-12 weeks with proper treatment. However, approximately 10-20% of cases may develop into chronic conditions requiring ongoing care.
- This case went to trial and resulted in a jury verdict. Verdicts can yield higher awards but carry the risk of receiving nothing if the jury rules against the plaintiff.
- This case was resolved in Charlotte County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2023, this case reflects the legal and economic conditions of that period, including medical costs, insurance practices, and jury award trends at the time.
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