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

A multi-car collision occurred when one vehicle rear-ended another that was stopped in traffic. The impact pushed the stopped vehicle into the one in front of it. One person sustained broken ribs and neck pain, while another reported neck and back pain.

A 13-year-old passenger was injured when the vehicle she was in was rear-ended on the highway. The collision caused minor damage. The passenger sought damages for neck and back pain, headaches, dizziness, jaw pain, and hand weakness. The defense argued the wreck was too minor to cause injury. After a first trial resulted in a defense judgment, a new trial was granted. The second trial awarded the passenger medical bills and some future care, totaling $56,087.

One driver rear-ended another on a highway. The injured driver, who was pregnant at the time, hit the steering wheel. She was concerned about her baby's health but the baby was fine. She treated for back pain and was unable to take pain medication due to her pregnancy. The case focused on the extent of her injuries and pain.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle stopped in traffic. The injured driver sought treatment for neck pain and a disc protrusion. The defense argued the injury was a transient soft-tissue issue. The jury awarded damages for pain and suffering.

A rear-end collision occurred. The injured person sustained a Lis Franc fracture. A jury awarded damages for pain and suffering, with a reduction for comparative fault.

A driver was stopped in traffic during heavy rain when another driver rear-ended her vehicle. The initial crash was minor with no injuries reported at the scene. The injured driver later sought treatment for neck pain, which a doctor identified as a permanent injury. The defense argued the ongoing care was unrelated to the crash and questioned the delay in treatment. The jury found the officer at fault but also assigned some fault to the injured driver.

A drunk driver rear-ended a vehicle carrying two passengers in Mayfield. The collision caused moderate damage, and both passengers claimed to have lost consciousness. They subsequently treated for traumatic brain injuries, with medical evidence including MRIs and EEGs supporting their claims. Witnesses also reported significant changes in their behavior and cognitive abilities after the crash, leading them to move in with relatives. The defense contested the brain injury diagnosis, suggesting alternative explanations for the medical findings and questioning the severity of the reported symptoms.

One driver stopped at a red light was rear-ended by another vehicle. The collision caused minor damage to the first vehicle. The driver sought treatment for soft-tissue symptoms and complained of ongoing issues, including aggravation of a pre-existing condition. Medical experts disagreed on the extent of the injury and the need for future surgery. The jury awarded the injured driver her medical bills and a smaller amount for pain and suffering, but the total award was below the underinsured motorist coverage limit.

A driver ran a red light and struck another vehicle, causing it to hit a light pole. The injured driver was taken to the hospital and treated for a mild brain injury, a bruised knee, and chronic pain. The jury awarded damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

One driver was stopped at a red light when their vehicle was rear-ended by another car. The impact caused the first vehicle to slide down an embankment and roll over. The injured person had pre-existing neck and shoulder pain and treated for chronic low back pain after the collision. The case involved issues of fault, pre-existing conditions, and a seat belt defense.

One driver rear-ended another on a highway. The impact caused minimal damage to the vehicles. The injured driver first noticed pain when lifting their arm to pay for items. They treated for a shoulder injury, which included surgery and potential future repair. The defense argued the crash was too minor to cause the claimed injury. A jury found in favor of the injured driver on the threshold issue and awarded medical expenses.

One driver was stopped in traffic when another driver hit them from behind. The driver who was hit sought damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The jury awarded damages for the injured driver's losses.