Grand Prairie Jury Awards $15,200.68 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was in a multi-vehicle rear-end collision in Grand Prairie. The initial impact propelled a truck into the plaintiff's vehicle, which then hit the car in front. The plaintiff claimed neck and back pain, including disc herniations and strains. The defense conceded liability. The jury awarded damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
About Cervical Disc Injury Injuries
Cervical disc injuries involve damage to the intervertebral discs in the neck region (C1-C7). These injuries can include herniated discs, bulging discs, and disc degeneration accelerated by trauma.
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $15,201
- County
- Tarrant County, TX
- Resolved
- 2020
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Cervical Disc Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $15,201 is below the median of $40,000 for cervical disc injury cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $18,000 to $100,000, based on 250 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On May 12, 2017, a four-vehicle rear-end collision occurred in Grand Prairie. The defendant, driving a Ford Focus, struck the rear of a pickup truck, which then impacted the rear of the plaintiff's sports car. The plaintiff's vehicle subsequently rear-ended the car in front of it. The defendant received a citation for failing to control speed. The plaintiff later sued the defendant, alleging negligence in the operation of her vehicle.
The plaintiff reported suffering neck, back, and thumb pain, later claiming disc herniations, sprains, numbness, tingling in the hands, and grip weakness. He sought emergency medical treatment the day after the incident, followed by chiropractic care, physical therapy, and a single visit to an orthopedic surgeon. The plaintiff testified about ongoing hand and grip problems that affected his daily activities. His counsel requested specific amounts for past medical costs, and past and future pain and anguish, leaving other damages to the jury.
The defense conceded liability for the accident in opening statements, with the defendant testifying that the accident was her fault. However, the defense disputed the extent of the plaintiff's injuries and damages, highlighting gaps in treatment and a chiropractor's record indicating the resolution of injuries. The defense suggested a significantly lower award for past medical costs and past pain, and zero for other damages. After a one-day trial and 30 hours of deliberation, the jury found the defendant liable and awarded the plaintiff $15,200.68.
Understanding This Case
- Many cervical disc injuries improve with conservative treatment. However, about 30% of cases may require surgical intervention, with varying degrees of permanent impairment.
- 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 Tarrant County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2020, 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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