Hurst Jury Awards $5,667.07 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was traveling southbound on a highway when the other driver rear-ended them. It was raining at the time of the crash. The injured driver sued the other driver for failing to maintain a proper lookout and control their speed. The defense argued the impact was too minor to cause injuries, but the jury found in favor of the injured driver.
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
- $5,667
- County
- Tarrant County, TX
- Resolved
- 2015
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $5,667 is near the median of $13,021 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $5,408 to $31,445, based on 800 cases in our database.
Case Overview
On December 5, 2013, a rear-end collision occurred on State Highway 26 in Hurst, Texas, during rainy conditions. The plaintiff, an insurance adjuster, sued the defendant, alleging negligence for failing to maintain a proper lookout, driving too fast for conditions, and not keeping an assured safe stopping distance. The plaintiff also cited a violation of the Texas Transportation Code regarding safe stopping distance as negligence per se. The defendant stipulated to liability for the collision on the morning of the trial.
The plaintiff claimed cervical sprains and strains, with treatment that included visits to a minor emergency clinic and 16 chiropractic sessions, resulting in $4,317.07 in medical bills. Damages were also sought for past pain and suffering and lost earning capacity. The defendant argued the impact was minor, asserting a speed of 5 to 10 mph and noting no damage to the plaintiff's vehicle, implying the collision was insufficient to cause the claimed injuries.
After a two-day trial and two hours of deliberation, the jury awarded the plaintiff $5,667.07. This included $4,317 for past medical costs, $350 for past lost earning capacity, and $1,000 for past pain and suffering. Including prejudgment interest and taxable costs, the final judgment amounted to $7,364.67. The jury's award reflected full compensation for medical expenses but limited non-economic damages, suggesting consideration of the defense's argument regarding the minor nature of the impact.
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 Tarrant 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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