Texas Jury Issues Verdict in Rear-End Collision, Amount Undisclosed
One driver was traveling southbound and reduced speed due to standing water. The other driver rear-ended the first vehicle. The injured person experienced soft tissue injury to the neck and back and had reduced range of motion. The person was unable to continue their job due to the pain.
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
- $26,172
- County
- Broward County, FL
- Resolved
- 1997
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $26,172 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 November 20, 1993, at approximately 12:53 a.m., a vehicle collision occurred on S.R. 811A near N.E. 53rd Court. The defendant rear-ended the plaintiff's vehicle while both were traveling southbound in the left lane. The plaintiff's vehicle had reduced speed due to standing water in the right lane.
The defendant admitted liability for the collision. The subsequent dispute focused on the extent of the plaintiff's injuries, with both parties presenting medical expert testimony from various specialties, including neurology, chiropractic, orthopedic surgery, and neurosurgery. The plaintiff's initial demand for damages was $15,000, which was later reduced to $10,000. The record did not specify a final verdict or settlement amount for the case.
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 1997, 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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