Bronx Traffic Signal Rear-End Collision Settles for $2,500
A taxi cab carrying a minor passenger was stopped at a traffic light when it was hit from behind by another vehicle. The collision caused the minor to suffer injuries, including a sprain or strain to the neck and spine.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
About Back Strain / Soft Tissue Injuries
Back strain and soft tissue injuries are among the most common injuries sustained in car accidents. These injuries affect muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the back, often resulting from the sudden impact forces experienced during a collision.
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- $2,500
- County
- Bronx County, NY
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Settlement Context
This settlement of $2,500 is below the median of $20,000 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $7,500 to $75,000, based on 235 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On June 2, 2014, a minor plaintiff was a passenger in a taxi cab stopped at a traffic signal at the intersection of West 164th Street and Woodycrest Avenue in the Bronx. While stationary, the taxi was struck from the rear by a vehicle operated by the defendants. The minor plaintiff subsequently sustained injuries, including a cervical spine sprain/strain.
The plaintiff filed a motor vehicle negligence action, alleging the defendants were negligent in failing to maintain a proper lookout, exercise due care, keep a safe distance, and apply brakes to avoid the collision. The defendants generally denied all allegations of negligence.
The parties ultimately reached a settlement in the amount of $2,500 to resolve the case.
Understanding This Case
- The majority of soft tissue injuries resolve within 6-12 weeks with proper treatment. However, approximately 10-20% of cases may develop into chronic conditions requiring ongoing care.
- This case was resolved through a settlement, avoiding the uncertainty and expense of a trial. Settlements typically resolve faster and provide guaranteed compensation.
- This case was resolved in Bronx County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2019, this case reflects the legal and economic conditions of that period, including medical costs, insurance practices, and jury award trends at the time.
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