Mission, Texas Jury Awards $101,275 in Rear-End Collision
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was hit from behind by another car. The impact caused the first vehicle to hit the car in front of it. The driver and their child claimed injuries to their back and neck.
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
- $101,275
- County
- Hidalgo County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $101,275 is above 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 June 1, 2016, in Mission, Texas, a plaintiff's vehicle, carrying a minor passenger, was rear-ended while stopped in traffic, then propelled into a preceding vehicle. Both occupants claimed neck and back injuries. The plaintiff reported ongoing pain, underwent chiropractic care and physical therapy for soft tissue injuries, and alleged residual limitations impacting daily activities.
The plaintiff, individually and on behalf of the minor, filed a negligence lawsuit against the trailing vehicle's driver. The minor's claim was settled confidentially. With liability conceded by the defense, the four-day trial focused solely on the plaintiff's damages, which included past medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, physical impairment, and vehicle damages, including loss of use. A valuation expert testified on the vehicle's worth.
The defense argued the plaintiff did not sustain a permanent injury and disputed the vehicle's value. Following two hours of deliberation, the jury awarded the plaintiff $101,275. This award covered past medical costs, past and future physical impairment, past and future pain and suffering, vehicular damage, and loss of vehicle use.
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 Hidalgo 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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