Sandy Springs Jury Awards $33,516 in Multi-Vehicle Collision

On August 30, 2019, a multi-vehicle collision occurred in Sandy Springs, Georgia. The incident involved the driver of a 2019 Hyundai Kona, who became the plaintiff, and the driver of a 2016 Subaru Outback, who became the defendant. The defendant made an improper left turn, striking a third vehicle, which then collided with the plaintiff's vehicle. The defendant received a traffic citation for the improper turn. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant's negligence caused the collision and resulting bodily injuries, pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.

The plaintiff sought $18,516.29 for medical expenses and additional general damages. The defendant admitted breaching a duty of care that contributed to the incident but contested the extent and causation of the plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages. An insurer also filed defensive pleadings as a potential uninsured/underinsured motorist carrier.

The case proceeded to trial. On September 17, 2021, a jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, awarding $33,516.29 in damages. The court also awarded $514.73 in costs, bringing the total judgment to $34,031. The outcome supported the plaintiff's claims of suffering injuries due to the collision with no pre-existing conditions.