131 Kentucky car accident cases analyzed. Here's what they resolved for.

A road construction worker was rear-ended while riding in a company pickup truck. He was thrown from the vehicle and sustained facial abrasions, a scalp laceration, and back and shoulder problems. He also experienced major depression and PTSD, preventing him from returning to work.

A retired executive was stopped at a red light when her car was hit from behind by a commercial vehicle. She initially sought treatment for soft-tissue symptoms but later underwent two surgeries for her neck and back. Her medical bills were substantial, and she sought damages for past and future pain and suffering. The defense argued the crash was minor and not responsible for her complaints, attributing them to degenerative conditions. The jury awarded damages for medical expenses and suffering.

One driver rear-ended a dump truck. The driver claimed the truck pulled out in front of them. The truck had several violations and the driver had an expired medical card. The other party claimed the driver was likely on a cell phone and not wearing glasses, and never tried to brake. A jury found the driver 90% at fault for the collision.

One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended them. The crash caused minor damage to the first vehicle. The injured driver sought damages for pain and suffering, medical bills, and future care, linking their condition to the collision. The defense questioned the connection between the crash and the claimed injuries. The case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages.

One driver was involved in a chain-reaction rear-end crash. The at-fault driver had a limited insurance policy. The injured driver treated for soft-tissue injuries and aggravation of existing conditions, incurring medical bills and lost wages. The insurance company initially offered a low settlement amount. After the injured driver hired legal representation, the insurance company eventually paid the policy limits. The injured driver then filed a separate lawsuit against the insurance company for bad faith, alleging delays and low settlement offers. The jury found for the plaintiff on counts of failure to adopt reasonable standards, failure to settle, and compelling litigation. The plaintiff was awarded damages for emotional distress and punitive damages.

A driver was rear-ended in a moderate collision. The injured person sought treatment for soft-tissue symptoms and was later diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome. Medical bills and future care costs were significant. The case involved claims for lost wages and pain and suffering. An insurance company disputed the extent of the claimed injury.

One driver was traveling on a highway in the rain when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle at speed. The impact caused airbags to deploy and the rear window to break. The injured driver was transported to the hospital and treated for pain in her SI joint, a shoulder injury, and emotional distress including PTSD. Medical bills were not sought, but lost earning capacity was claimed. The defense argued the injured driver was exaggerating her injuries and potentially malingering. The jury awarded damages for medical bills and pain and suffering.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle at speed. The collision allegedly caused a SI joint injury, a frozen shoulder, and an emotional injury.

One driver was stopped at a traffic light when another driver rear-ended them, pushing their car into another vehicle. The injured driver initially sought treatment for soft-tissue pain and a neck strain. After a gap in care, they received further treatment including injections and eventually recommended surgery. The defense argued the initial crash was too minor to cause serious injury and that subsequent care was unrelated to the wreck.

One driver was rear-ended on an interstate exit ramp. The impact pushed their vehicle into a median. The injured driver later sought treatment for several injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, a disc herniation, and vision problems. Medical bills totaled over $45,000. The case went to trial, and the jury awarded damages for medicals, lost wages, impairment, and suffering.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle, causing persistent neck and low back pain. The injured person received a jury award.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person sought damages for their injuries.