Houston, Texas Jury Awards $67,800 in Rear-End Collision
One driver slowed their vehicle to make a turn and was struck from behind by another vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed they sustained neck and back injuries. The driver who caused the collision admitted fault for the crash but disputed the severity of the injuries claimed.
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
- $67,800
- County
- Harris County, TX
- Resolved
- 2018
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 $67,800 is above 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
On November 3, 2014, a vehicle carrying three plaintiffs was struck from behind on Spring Cypress Road in Houston, Texas. The plaintiff driver had slowed to make a right turn when the defendant's vehicle collided with its rear. The plaintiffs subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant was negligent for failing to keep a proper lookout, control vehicle speed, and apply brakes timely. They sought damages for neck and back spinal injuries sustained in the collision.
The defendant admitted liability for causing the rear-end collision but disputed the plaintiffs' claims of serious or permanent injuries.
A jury in Houston awarded damages to all three plaintiffs. One adult plaintiff received $21,000 for past medical expenses and $10,000 for past pain and suffering. The second adult plaintiff was awarded $26,000 for past medical expenses and $10,000 for past pain and suffering. The minor plaintiff received $800 for past medical expenses.
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 2018, 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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