Harris County Jury Awards $5,000 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was traveling westbound when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their neck and back that required medical treatment. The other driver admitted to causing the collision but disputed the severity of the injuries claimed.
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
- $5,000
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2018
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 $5,000 is below 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 February 12, 2015, a rear-end collision occurred on the 9300 block of West FM 1960 in Houston, Harris County, Texas. The plaintiff was operating a vehicle when the defendant driver, operating a vehicle owned by the defendant owner, struck the rear of the plaintiff's car.
The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant driver's negligence included failing to keep a proper lookout, failing to apply or timely apply brakes, failing to control vehicle speed, and failing to maintain an assured clear distance. The plaintiff claimed to have sustained injuries to the neck and back, necessitating diagnostic tests and chiropractic care, as a direct result of the collision.
The defendant admitted liability for striking the plaintiff's vehicle. However, the defendant denied that the plaintiff sustained any serious or permanent injury from the incident. After deliberation, a jury found that the plaintiff was entitled to $5,000 for past medical expenses.
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 Harris County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2018, 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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