Harris County, Texas Rear-End Collision Settles for $10,000
One driver rear-ended another vehicle on a highway feeder road. The occupants of the struck vehicle alleged the other driver was negligent for failing to control speed and maintain a proper lookout. The case was mediated and settled. A portion of the settlement was for the minor occupant's medical expenses and attorney fees.
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
- Settlement
- Amount
- $10,000
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2025
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement Context
This settlement of $10,000 is near the median of $15,103 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $6,150 to $50,000, based on 95 cases in our database.
Case Overview
An automobile accident occurred on June 24, 2022, in Harris County, Texas. Multiple plaintiffs, including a minor, filed a personal injury lawsuit against the defendant, alleging he negligently rear-ended their vehicle while traveling on a feeder road. The plaintiffs claimed the defendant failed to control his speed, maintain a proper lookout, and timely apply brakes, among other allegations. They sought damages for physical pain, medical expenses, and physical impairment.
The defendant responded with a general denial of all allegations and raised affirmative defenses, including the plaintiffs' alleged failure to mitigate damages. He also sought to limit recovery for medical expenses to amounts actually paid or incurred. The court subsequently ordered the parties to mediation to resolve the dispute.
Following mediation on February 14, 2024, the parties reached a settlement agreement. For the minor plaintiff, the court appointed a Guardian Ad Litem to represent her interests, and the court approved the settlement on July 24, 2024. The court found the $10,000 settlement to be fair, just, reasonable, and in the minor's best interest, allocating $6,600 for the minor to be paid into the court registry and $3,400 for reimbursement of medical expenses and attorney's fees. The other adult plaintiffs had previously non-suited their claims with prejudice. The defendant was also ordered to pay fees for the Guardian Ad Litem. The case concluded with a consent judgment in favor of the plaintiffs.
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 was resolved through a settlement, avoiding the uncertainty and expense of a trial. Settlements typically resolve faster and provide guaranteed compensation.
- 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 2025, 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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