Hollywood, Florida Jury Concludes Permanent Injury in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped at an intersection when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The impact was moderate. Liability was admitted. The injured driver sustained a permanent injury.
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
- Settlement
- Amount
- $31,262
- County
- Broward County, FL
- Resolved
- 2002
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This settlement of $31,262 is near the median of $20,000 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $7,500 to $75,000, based on 235 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On January 22, 1997, a plaintiff's vehicle was rear-ended by a defendant's vehicle at the intersection of Pembroke Road and S. 30th Avenue in Hollywood, Florida. The collision was described as a moderate impact.
The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit alleging injuries from the incident. At trial, the defendant admitted liability for causing the collision. The central dispute focused on whether the plaintiff sustained a permanent injury as a direct result of the accident. Both the plaintiff and the defendant presented testimony from orthopedic surgeons regarding the plaintiff's condition.
A jury ultimately found that the defendant's negligence was a legal cause of injury to the plaintiff and concluded that the plaintiff sustained a permanent injury due to the accident. Prior to the verdict, the defendant had offered $100 in a settlement proposal, while the plaintiff had demanded $10,000. A motion for fees and costs related to the case remained 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 was resolved through a settlement, avoiding the uncertainty and expense of a trial. Settlements typically resolve faster and provide guaranteed compensation.
- This case was resolved in Broward County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2002, 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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