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

One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver, who was operating a commercial box truck, crashed into the back of his vehicle. The driver of the truck was reportedly distracted. The injured driver subsequently treated for neck and disc injuries, a traumatic brain injury, and PTSD.

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.

One driver was proceeding through an intersection when their vehicle was struck by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle admitted fault for the crash. Both occupants of the first vehicle were taken to the hospital. One driver was treated for a torn quadriceps and later developed persistent back pain requiring surgery. The other occupant was treated for neck and back pain and a minor brain injury. The jury awarded damages for medical expenses, future care, and pain and suffering.

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.

A tractor-trailer driver failed to stop at a stop sign and collided with a smaller car. The driver of the car was pushed approximately 70 feet. The injured driver initially treated for soft-tissue symptoms and an airbag burn, later complaining of headaches and tinnitus. Medical experts confirmed the injuries were chronic and permanent.

An 87-year-old woman was shopping for a car when a salesperson let a vehicle roll forward and strike her. She fell and fractured her pelvis. The woman was hospitalized and underwent rehabilitation. Her injuries affected her independence. The case was tried on damages only.

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 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 ran a red light and broadsided another vehicle at an intersection. The injured driver sustained a rotator cuff injury, humeral fractures, and later underwent cubital release surgery. The case proceeded to trial for pain and suffering damages.

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.

A tractor-trailer lost control and overturned, blocking traffic. The incident resulted in a collision.