Kings County, New York Rear-End Collision Settles for $15,000
A passenger was injured when the vehicle they were in was stopped at an intersection and struck from behind by another car. The passenger sued the driver of the striking vehicle, alleging negligence. The defendant denied fault and claimed the host driver was responsible. The parties later settled the case.
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
- $15,000
- County
- Kings 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 $15,000 is near 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 May 28, 2017, a motor vehicle collision occurred in Kings County, New York, at the intersection of Livingston Street and Bond. A passenger, the plaintiff, was riding in a vehicle lawfully stopped at the intersection when it was rear-ended by a vehicle driven by the defendant. The plaintiff alleged that the impact caused injuries to her neck and back.
The plaintiff filed a negligence lawsuit against the defendant, claiming the defendant was negligent by following too closely, failing to maintain proper control, failing to keep a proper lookout, and failing to apply the brakes timely. The defendant denied all allegations of negligence and injury, asserting that the accident was caused by the plaintiff's host driver. The parties resolved the case through a settlement, with the plaintiff receiving $15,000.
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 Kings 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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