Orlando, Florida Jury Awards Damages in Rear-End UM Claim
One driver was stopped at a traffic light when their vehicle was hit from behind by another car. The injured person claimed injuries to their shoulders and back. The case involved uninsured 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
- $14,503
- County
- Orange County, FL
- Resolved
- 1995
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $14,503 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
On December 25, 1992, a plaintiff's vehicle was rear-ended by an uninsured motorist in Orlando, Florida, while stopped at the intersection of SR 551 and SR 50. The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit against their insurance provider, alleging a claim under an uninsured motorist policy.
The defendant insurance provider admitted liability for the collision, and the case proceeded to determine the extent of damages. Prior to trial, the plaintiff withdrew all claims related to lost wages or earning capacity. Both sides presented expert medical testimony; the plaintiff offered testimony from a chiropractic orthopedist, while the defendant presented an orthopedic surgeon.
A judgment was entered in the case, which the defendant later satisfied, along with taxable costs.
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 Orange County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 1995, 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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