Florida Rear-End Collision Settles for Undisclosed Amount
One driver was operating their vehicle near an intersection when the other driver rear-ended them. The second driver admitted fault and was cited for careless driving. The injured driver sustained soft tissue injuries to their neck and back, including a bulging lumbar disc.
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
- $11,150
- County
- Palm Beach County, FL
- Resolved
- 1996
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $11,150 is near 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
A plaintiff filed a lawsuit following a rear-end collision that occurred on August 11, 1992, in Boca Raton, Florida. The incident took place near the intersection of Congress Avenue and Broken Sound Parkway. The defendant admitted liability for the accident and received a citation for careless driving.
The dispute centered on the extent of the plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages. Both parties presented expert medical testimony; the plaintiff introduced a neurology expert and a chiropractic expert, while the defendant presented an orthopedic surgery expert.
Settlement negotiations occurred, with the plaintiff demanding $15,000 prior to trial and $10,000 at trial. The defendant offered $4,500. A final verdict or settlement amount was not detailed in the available record, which indicated a defendant's motion for a collateral source setoff from personal injury protection (PIP) benefits was pending.
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 Palm Beach County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 1996, 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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