Houston Jury Awards $6,915 in Motor Vehicle Negligence
One driver was going through an intersection when the other driver ran a stop sign and hit them. The first driver said the other driver was not paying attention and caused the crash. The second driver said the first driver's actions also contributed to the collision. The jury found the second driver mostly at fault.
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
- $6,915
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2015
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- T-bone
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Intersection Collision
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $6,915 is near 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
A plaintiff filed a vehicular negligence lawsuit in Houston, Texas, after a March 7, 2012, collision at the intersection of Howard Street and Bliss. The plaintiff alleged the defendant disregarded a stop sign while traveling westbound on Bliss, striking the plaintiff's vehicle, which was lawfully proceeding southbound on Howard Street. The plaintiff claimed to have sustained various muscle injuries requiring rehabilitation as a result.
The plaintiff asserted the defendant was negligent for failing to keep a proper lookout, take evasive action, and operate their vehicle with proper care. The defendant denied negligence, arguing that the plaintiff's actions caused or contributed to the collision. The defendant also disputed that the plaintiff sustained any serious or permanent injuries.
A jury found the defendant 90% liable for the collision. The plaintiff received an award of $7,684 for past medical expenses, which was then reduced by 10% due to the plaintiff's comparative negligence, resulting in a net award of $6,915.
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 2015, 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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