Houston, Texas Jury Awards $6,500 in Rear-End Collision
One driver stopped at a red light was hit from behind by the other driver. The driver who was hit sought treatment for neck and back pain. The jury found the driver who hit the other vehicle to be 100% 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
- $6,500
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
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 $6,500 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 alleged she sustained neck and back injuries after her vehicle was rear-ended by a defendant's vehicle in Houston, Texas, on April 2, 2015. The incident occurred at the intersection of Airline Drive and Burress Street while the plaintiff's vehicle was stopped at a red light. The plaintiff subsequently filed a negligence lawsuit, claiming the defendant failed to keep a proper lookout, control vehicle speed, apply brakes, and maintain a safe distance, resulting in the collision.
The plaintiff sought treatment for injuries diagnosed in her cervical/thoracic and lumbar spine, and pursued damages for past medical expenses. The defendant denied all allegations of negligence and injury, asserting that the accident was caused by the plaintiff's own comparative or contributory negligence. After deliberation, the jury found the defendant 100% liable and awarded the plaintiff $6,500 for past medical costs.
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 2019, 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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