Rockland County Rear-End Collision Settles for $7,500
One car rear-ended another on a road in Rockland County, New York. The driver of the car that was hit claimed to have sustained severe and permanent personal injuries, including injuries to her nervous system, pain, and loss of enjoyment of life. The parties settled the case for $7,500.
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
- $7,500
- County
- Rockland 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 $7,500 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
A rear-end collision occurred on East Eckerson Road, near Trinity Avenue, in Rockland County, New York, when a 2013 Nissan struck the rear of a 2006 Toyota. The driver of the Toyota subsequently filed a vehicular liability action against the driver of the Nissan in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Ninth Judicial District. The plaintiff alleged negligence, claiming severe and permanent personal injuries, pain and suffering, lost quality of life, diminished earning capacity, and other damages as a result of the incident.
The defendant denied the allegations, asserting several affirmative defenses, including culpable conduct by the plaintiff, assumption of risk, failure to use an available seatbelt, and that the action was barred by the statute of limitations. The parties ultimately resolved their claims through a settlement. A stipulation of discontinuance with prejudice was filed after the parties agreed to a $7,500 settlement.
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 Rockland 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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