Tarrant County Jury Issues Defense Verdict in Rear-End Collision
One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person had knee surgery and experienced neck and back pain. Medical expenses were over $92,000.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- $11
- County
- Tarrant County, TX
- Resolved
- 2015
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Knee Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement Context
This settlement of $11 is below the median of $11 for knee injury cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $11 to $500,000, based on 4 cases in our database.
Case Overview
A plaintiff filed a lawsuit in Tarrant County following a rear-end collision. The plaintiff alleged the incident caused injuries to their knee, requiring arthroscopic surgery, as well as neck and back pain, resulting in $92,000 in medical expenses.
The court issued a directed verdict finding the defendant liable for the collision. However, the case proceeded to trial to determine damages. The plaintiff sought compensation for past physical pain and suffering, physical impairment, and medical care. The defendant presented a bio-mechanics expert during the proceedings.
Following deliberations, the jury returned a defense verdict by an 11-1 vote. The jury found zero damages for the plaintiff's alleged past physical pain and suffering, physical impairment, and medical care.
Understanding This Case
- This case was resolved through a settlement, avoiding the uncertainty and expense of a trial. Settlements typically resolve faster and provide guaranteed compensation.
- 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.
VerdictlyTM Score
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