Georgia Jury Awards $550,000 in Rear-End Collision

A rear-end collision occurred in Georgia on March 14, 2016, when the defendant's vehicle struck the plaintiff's vehicle. The defendant was cited for following too closely under Georgia Code 40-6-49 and subsequently paid the fine for the infraction. The plaintiff filed a complaint on September 13, 2016.

The plaintiff alleged the defendant was solely at fault for the collision and that the plaintiff did not contribute to the incident. The plaintiff claimed to have suffered injuries and sought compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The defendant responded on October 26, 2016, asserting that the plaintiff's complaint failed to state a claim for which relief could be granted.

The case proceeded through discovery, which was extended multiple times, concluding in mid-2018. Following trial proceedings, a jury returned a verdict on January 30, 2019, finding in favor of the plaintiff. The jury awarded the plaintiff $550,000 in damages. The court entered a final judgment for the awarded amount on February 14, 2019, concluding the case.