New York Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Collision Settles for $25,000
One driver stopped at a red light and was hit from behind by another vehicle. This caused a chain reaction, resulting in a collision involving multiple cars. The person in the first stopped car experienced neck and back pain.
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
- Queens County, NY
- Resolved
- 2021
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Multi-vehicle
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Multiple Vehicle Collision
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
A multi-vehicle collision occurred on November 28, 2018, on the Long Island Expressway in New York. The incident took place when the host vehicle, traveling westbound, stopped for a red traffic signal at the intersection of the Long Island Expressway and 224 Street. The defendant's vehicle, which was traveling directly behind, then struck the rear of the host vehicle. The impact propelled the host vehicle into another vehicle.
The minor plaintiff, a front-seat passenger in the host vehicle, subsequently filed a negligence action, alleging the defendant failed to keep a proper lookout, maintain a safe distance, operate the vehicle at a reasonable speed, obey traffic signals, and apply brakes in a timely manner. The minor plaintiff sustained neck and back pain, requiring physical therapy and chiropractic treatment. The defendant generally denied all allegations of negligence.
The parties ultimately reached a settlement in the amount of $25,000.
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 Queens County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2021, 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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