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

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.

A crash occurred at an intersection during a power outage with flashing red lights. One driver alleged the other ran the red light. The injured person sustained broken fingers and later developed symptoms of a condition. The case involved claims for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and impairment, as well as a separate claim against an insurer for underinsured motorist benefits. The jury found both drivers at fault for the collision.

A police officer stopped a commercial truck driver for a suspected seatbelt violation. A passenger in a nearby vehicle approached and commented on the stop. The officer then stopped the passenger for an improper turn signal, which the passenger believed was retaliation. The officer arrested the passenger, and the passenger later sued the officer for civil rights violations. The jury found in favor of the passenger on some counts and awarded compensatory and nominal damages.

A police officer stopped a commercial truck driver for a suspected seatbelt violation. A passenger in a nearby vehicle approached the scene and commented on the stop. The officer later stopped the passenger, arrested him, and charged him with several offenses. The passenger alleged the stop and arrest were retaliatory. Most charges were dismissed, and the passenger sued the officer.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The case involved a physical injury.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle, pushing it into a third car. The first driver sought damages for soft-tissue symptoms and aggravation of a pre-existing spinal condition. The defense argued the condition was congenital and unrelated to the crash. The jury awarded a small amount for initial medicals but nothing for future care or pain and suffering.