Florida Jury Issues Defense Verdict in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver failed to stop and rear-ended their vehicle. The injured driver alleged negligence and brought an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim against their own insurer. The jury determined the injured driver did not sustain permanent injuries.
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
- $46,492
- County
- Pasco County, FL
- Resolved
- 2018
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $46,492 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
In May 2014, a plaintiff was involved in a rear-end vehicle collision at a red light in Florida after a defendant driver failed to stop. The plaintiff filed a complaint in July 2015, alleging the defendant driver's negligence caused the incident. The plaintiff also pursued an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim against her own insurer, alleging the defendant driver was uninsured.
During the proceedings, a key dispute involved whether the plaintiff sustained permanent injuries as a result of the collision. Both sides presented expert testimony from medical professionals specializing in various fields, including orthopedics, neurology, radiology, and stem cell research, as well as experts in vocational rehabilitation, life care planning, and economics.
After considering the evidence, a jury concluded that the plaintiff did not sustain permanent injuries from the collision.
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 Pasco County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2018, 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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