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

One driver was rear-ended by another driver whose brakes had been slipping. The driver who was rear-ended treated for a mild traumatic brain injury and soft-tissue pain in the shoulder, neck, and back. Medical bills were incurred. The case went to trial on damages only, with the jury awarding the amount of the medical bills.

One driver was visiting family when they were rear-ended by another driver. The collision caused minor damage and resulted in the injured driver being taken to the hospital for treatment of soft-tissue symptoms and a bruised knee. After returning home, the injured driver was diagnosed with a lumbar disc injury and underwent treatment, including an injection that did not provide relief. The injured driver continued to experience occasional flare-ups. The case involved a dispute over the extent of the injuries and medical expenses, with the defense arguing the forces of the crash were insufficient to cause serious injury.

A driver was rear-ended in a collision. The injured driver sought damages for neck and back pain, as well as medical expenses. The jury awarded a portion of the medical expenses and an amount for pain and suffering.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle, causing soft tissue injuries. The case resulted in a plaintiff verdict.

One driver rear-ended another in heavy traffic. The collision caused minor damage. The injured person treated for soft tissue symptoms and headaches. The jury considered damages only, awarding an amount for past and future care, and pain and suffering. The judge later reduced the award to account for personal injury protection payments.

One driver struck the back of another driver's vehicle. The collision caused minor damage. The injured person treated for soft-tissue pain in their back and shoulder, which a doctor testified was aggravated by the crash. The injured person stated they had ongoing pain that affected their ability to play golf. The defense argued the symptoms were related to pre-existing arthritis and the crash only caused a temporary aggravation. The jury awarded the injured person their medical expenses and additional damages for pain and suffering.

One driver was stopped at a red light when the car behind her rolled into her. The collision caused minor damage to the first car. The injured driver sought damages for neck, back, and shoulder injuries, along with medical bills and pain and suffering. The other driver argued the crash was minor and the injuries were not caused by this accident, possibly related to a later crash. The case was tried on damages only.

One driver was rear-ended by another driver in stop-and-go traffic. The initial impact caused minor damage to the car. The injured driver later sought treatment for neck and back pain, and subsequently reported knee pain. An MRI revealed a meniscal tear, and surgery was performed. The injured driver claimed the knee injury was caused by the crash, while the other driver argued it was unrelated. The jury awarded medical expenses for initial chiropractic care but rejected claims for lost wages and pain and suffering.

One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended them. The impact was moderate and caused minor damage to the bumper. The injured driver initially reported no injuries but later sought treatment for neck and back pain. An MRI revealed a meniscal tear in the knee, which was linked to the crash by the treating doctor. The defense argued the knee injury was not caused by the crash, citing the delayed reporting of knee pain and the driver's history of arthritis. The jury awarded medical expenses for initial chiropractic care but rejected claims for lost wages and pain and suffering.

One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended their vehicle. The driver who was hit did not report injuries at the scene. Several days later, they began experiencing neck and back pain, and later reported knee pain. An MRI revealed a meniscal tear, and surgery was performed. The injured driver sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, arguing the knee injury was caused by the crash. The other driver argued the knee injury was unrelated to the collision.

One driver was involved in a chain reaction rear-end collision. The defendant struck a vehicle in front of them, which then propelled that vehicle into the plaintiff's stopped car. The defendant admitted fault for the wreck. The plaintiff sought damages for medical treatment, including disc issues and a shoulder injury, and lost wages. The jury deliberated damages only and awarded a portion of the medical expenses.

One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver treated for shoulder pain and underwent surgery. The case went to trial, and the jury awarded the injured driver their medical expenses but no damages for future care, lost wages, or pain and suffering. The judge denied a motion for a new trial.