Miramar, Florida Jury Issues Verdict in Rear-End Collision
One driver was operating their vehicle when the other driver negligently struck the rear of their vehicle. The injured person sustained soft tissue injuries, bodily injury, and emotional trauma.
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
- $74,196
- County
- Broward County, FL
- Resolved
- 2001
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $74,196 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 June 1993, a plaintiff's vehicle was struck from behind by a defendant's vehicle near the intersection of S.R. 7 South and Miramar Parkway in Miramar, Florida. The incident occurred at approximately 10:45 p.m.
The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant negligently operated their vehicle, causing the collision and resulting injuries. The plaintiff presented testimony from multiple medical experts, including specialists in orthopedic surgery, osteopathy, radiology, neurology, and physiatry, along with an economist, to support claims of injury and damages. The defense countered with testimony from medical experts in psychiatry, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and family practice.
Information regarding the jury's verdict or a final resolution was not available, as post-trial motions were pending at the time of the record.
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 Broward County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2001, 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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