Gwinnett County Jury Awards $42,000 in Failed to Yield Collision
One driver failed to yield at a stop sign, causing a collision that sent the other driver's vehicle into oncoming traffic. This initial crash resulted in two additional impacts. The injured driver suffered physical injuries and incurred medical bills and lost wages.
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
- $42,000
- County
- Gwinnett County, GA
- Resolved
- 2022
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Multi-vehicle
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $42,000 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
On March 23, 2017, a collision occurred in Suwanee, Gwinnett County, Georgia, when the defendant, driving west on Richland Parkway, failed to yield at a stop sign and struck the plaintiff's southbound vehicle on Taylor Road. The plaintiff's vehicle then spun into northbound traffic, colliding with two additional vehicles. The plaintiff sustained physical injuries, incurring medical bills totaling $12,443 and lost wages of $1,529.
The plaintiff filed a complaint on December 13, 2018, seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and general damages, including pain and suffering. The defendant admitted breaching a duty and causing the incident but disputed the extent and causation of the plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages. An uninsured/underinsured motorist carrier was initially part of the lawsuit but was later dismissed after it was determined no relevant coverage applied.
The case proceeded to trial, and on September 23, 2022, a jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff against the defendant. The jury awarded the plaintiff $42,000 in general damages.
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 Gwinnett County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2022, this case reflects the legal and economic conditions of that period, including medical costs, insurance practices, and jury award trends at the time.
VerdictlyTM Score
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