Texas Intersection Collision Settles for $585,000
One driver violated another driver's right of way, causing a collision at an intersection. The design of the intersection was also a contributing factor to the crash.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- $585,000
- County
- Dallas County, GA
- Resolved
- 1997
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement Context
This settlement of $585,000 is above the median of $15,000 for other cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $7,752 to $67,500, based on 126 cases in our database.
Case Overview
An intersection collision occurred following an alleged violation of the plaintiff's right of way. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit, claiming the defendant driver was at fault and that the design of the intersection, along with a failure to provide adequate warnings, contributed to the incident.
To support the claims, the plaintiff presented expert testimony from specialists in traffic engineering and accident reconstruction. The defendant offered counter-arguments, utilizing experts in transportation and safety engineering. The case concluded in March 1997 when the parties reached a settlement agreement. The plaintiff received an award of $585,000.
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 Dallas County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 1997, 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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