Dallas Jury Awards $6,500 for Soft Tissue Injuries in Rear-End Crash
One driver was stopped on a highway when her vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to her back and neck. The case went to trial to determine damages. The jury awarded the injured driver $6,500.
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
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $6,500
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $6,500 is near the median of $13,980 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $5,649 to $30,000, based on 1000 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On August 2, 2017, a rear-end collision occurred on U.S. 75 in Dallas when a trailing vehicle struck the rear of the plaintiff's vehicle. The plaintiff claimed to have suffered injuries to the back and neck. The plaintiff subsequently sued the driver of the trailing vehicle, alleging negligence in the vehicle's operation. The defendant conceded liability for the collision, and the trial focused on damages.
The plaintiff claimed to have sustained severe soft tissue injuries to the cervical and lumbar spine, seeking compensation for past medical costs, physical impairment, and past physical pain and mental anguish. The defense countered that the plaintiff did not sustain any permanent injuries or residuals. The defense also noted a two-week delay in the plaintiff seeking medical treatment and highlighted that while the plaintiff's vehicle was totaled, the damage estimate was $2,516. After a one-day trial, a jury awarded the plaintiff $6,500 in damages.
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 went to trial and resulted in a jury verdict. Verdicts can yield higher awards but carry the risk of receiving nothing if the jury rules against the plaintiff.
- This case was resolved in Dallas 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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