Harris County Jury Awards $67,695 in Rear-End Collision
One driver crashed into the back of another vehicle on Interstate 10 in Harris County, Texas. The collision caused property damage and personal injuries to the driver of the struck vehicle. The injured driver sought damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other losses. The other driver argued that the injuries were pre-existing or not caused by the accident. A jury found in favor of the injured driver and awarded damages.
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
- $67,695
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2023
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $67,695 is above the median of $13,021 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $5,408 to $31,445, based on 800 cases in our database.
Case Overview
A vehicle collision occurred on March 10, 2020, on Interstate 10 in Harris County, Texas. The plaintiff's vehicle, traveling eastbound and attempting to merge onto Beltway 8 South, was struck from the rear by the defendant's vehicle. The plaintiff alleged the defendant failed to maintain vehicle speed and direction, causing severe property damage and personal injury that required extensive medical treatment.
The plaintiff filed a complaint on August 16, 2022, alleging the defendant breached duties by failing to adequately control vehicle speed and direction, maintain a proper lookout, and take proper evasive action. The plaintiff sought damages for medical expenses, physical pain and mental anguish, physical impairment, property damage, loss of use and value, loss of earnings, and exemplary damages. The defendant issued a general denial and raised several defenses, including limitations on punitive damages under state statute and constitutional objections. The defendant also argued that recovery of medical expenses should be limited to amounts actually paid or incurred, and that claims by healthcare providers who did not bill the plaintiff's insurer should be barred. Additionally, the defendant contended that the plaintiff had a pre-existing medical condition unrelated to the accident, that prior or subsequent injuries contributed to the alleged incapacity, and that the alleged injuries were temporary and partial.
The case proceeded to trial in Harris County, Texas. On June 2, 2023, a jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, awarding $67,695 in general damages. The case concluded with a plaintiff win via jury verdict.
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 2023, 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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