Houston Jury Awards $11,470.65 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped in heavy traffic when the other driver hit them from behind. The second driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the extent of the injured driver's injuries. The injured driver claimed the accident caused a shoulder injury and back and neck issues. The jury awarded the injured driver money for past medical expenses.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $11,471
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2018
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Shoulder Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $11,471 is below the median of $39,790 for shoulder injury cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $11,471 to $130,842, based on 23 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On February 11, 2017, a rear-end collision occurred on Interstate 59 in Houston, Texas. The plaintiff’s vehicle was reportedly stopped in heavy traffic when it was struck from behind by the defendant’s vehicle. The plaintiff subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant’s negligence through a lack of vehicle control, failure to keep a proper lookout, and insufficient distance between vehicles. The plaintiff claimed to have sustained a rotator cuff tear in the right shoulder, along with cervical disc injuries and lumbar sprain and strain as a result of the incident.
The defendant stipulated liability for causing the collision but disputed the plaintiff’s claim of serious or permanent injuries. The defense contended that any alleged injuries were degenerative in nature and not causally related to the accident. A jury in Houston, Texas, heard the case and, on October 18, 2018, awarded the plaintiff $11,470.65 for past medical expenses.
Understanding This Case
- 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.
VerdictlyTM Score
This outcome is within expected ranges
This score is calculated by analyzing injury type, accident details, geographic location, temporal trends, and comparing against 2,000+ similar cases in our database.
Curious about your case value?
Get a free case evaluation to understand what your motor vehicle accident case might be worth based on cases like this in Harris County.
Similar cases you may find useful
Handpicked by matching injury type, accident details, and outcome to this case.
One driver was stopped in traffic on a highway when their vehicle was struck from behind by a bus. The driver claimed the collision caused permanent injuries, forcing them to change to a less physically demanding job. The bus company denied negligence. The jury found the bus company at fault.
One driver was stopped at an intersection preparing to turn left when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver claimed neck injuries. The other driver's insurer offered its policy limit. The injured driver sued their own insurer for underinsured motorist benefits, alleging the other driver was negligent. The defense questioned the extent of injuries and suggested they were pre-existing.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed serious injuries to their neck and back, including paralysis in one arm, requiring surgery. The other driver argued that a third vehicle caused the accident or that the injured driver's own actions contributed. The jury found the second driver fully at fault.
One driver was traveling on a freeway when their car was struck from behind by a box truck. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to their back and neck. The responding officer believed the truck driver failed to control speed, but also faulted the other driver for an unsafe lane change. The truck driver claimed the other driver suddenly moved into their path. The jury found both drivers equally liable for the accident.
One driver was stopped behind another vehicle when her car was hit from behind by a trailing car. The injured driver claimed injuries to her back, head, and neck, including herniated discs and nerve impingement. The defense conceded liability, and the trial focused on damages. The injured driver testified that she still experiences back pain and has difficulty lifting children, impacting her ability to work as a nanny.
Explore More Cases Like This
Browse similar cases by injury type and location to get a better understanding of case values in your area.