New York City Rear-End Collision Settles for $25,000
One driver's vehicle hit the back of another vehicle. The person in the rear vehicle claimed they were injured and suffered pain and financial loss. They sued the other driver and their company, alleging negligence. The defendants denied the claims and raised defenses. The case was settled for $25,000.
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
- $25,000
- County
- Bronx County, NY
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This settlement of $25,000 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
An automobile owned by a limousine company and operated by its driver collided with the rear of a motor vehicle operated by the plaintiff on Grand Street near Mercer Street in New York County, New York City, New York. The plaintiff alleged that the collision caused severe personal injuries, physical pain, mental anguish, and economic loss.
The plaintiff filed a vehicular liability action in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Bronx County, asserting negligence claims against the driver and the limousine company. The plaintiff sought damages, interest, costs, and disbursements. The defendants denied the allegations, asserting affirmative defenses that included culpable conduct, contributory negligence, and failure to mitigate damages, among others.
The parties subsequently settled the claims for $25,000. A stipulation of discontinuance with prejudice was then filed, concluding the action.
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.
VerdictlyTM Score
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