Dallas Jury Awards $7,153 in Negligence Rear-End Collision
One driver stopped at a red light and was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit from behind reported injuries to their shoulders, neck, and back. The passenger in the stopped vehicle also reported neck and back injuries. The jury found the defendant liable for the collision.
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
- $7,153
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- 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 verdict-plaintiff of $7,153 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 March 24, 2016, in Dallas, Texas, a rear-end collision occurred on the service road of Highway 75. A vehicle, operated by the plaintiff driver and carrying a plaintiff passenger, was stopped for a red light when it was struck from behind by a vehicle operated by the defendant driver. Both plaintiffs alleged neck and back injuries, with the plaintiff driver also claiming shoulder and general body injuries.
The plaintiffs filed a lawsuit alleging the defendant was negligent for failing to maintain a proper lookout, apply brakes timely, or avoid the collision. The defendant initially denied the allegations but later stipulated to liability for the incident, contesting only the extent and permanence of the plaintiffs' injuries.
Following a trial, a jury found in favor of the plaintiffs. The jury awarded the plaintiff driver $5,153 for past medical expenses and $2,000 for past pain and suffering. The plaintiff passenger received $2,290 for past medical expenses. The total combined recovery for both plaintiffs was reported as $7,153.
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.
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