Texas Jury Awards $9,370 in Negligent Rear-End Collision
One driver alleged the other driver was negligent for striking the rear of their stopped vehicle. The collision caused injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder, including disc herniations and sprains. The defense disputed the cause and extent of the injuries, arguing the treatment was excessive for the collision's nature. A jury found in favor of the injured driver.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
About Cervical Disc Injury Injuries
Cervical disc injuries involve damage to the intervertebral discs in the neck region (C1-C7). These injuries can include herniated discs, bulging discs, and disc degeneration accelerated by trauma.
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $9,370
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2016
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Cervical Disc Injury
- Accident Type
- Rear-end
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Rear End Collision
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $9,370 is below the median of $42,976 for cervical disc injury cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $18,000 to $139,701, based on 382 cases in our database.
Case Overview
A collision occurred on November 20, 2012, when the defendant's vehicle struck the rear of the plaintiff's stopped vehicle. The plaintiff driver subsequently filed a lawsuit, alleging the defendant's negligence caused the incident. The plaintiff claimed to have sustained neck, back, and shoulder injuries, including lumbar and shoulder sprains and cervical disc herniations. The plaintiff sought approximately $12,000 for medical treatment and $14,000 for lost wages.
The defendant disputed liability and the extent of the plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages. The defense argued that the plaintiff's medical treatment was excessive given the nature of the collision. The defendant also contended that the minimal damage to the vehicles involved did not support the plaintiff's injury claims.
The case proceeded to trial. At the conclusion of deliberations, the jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff. The jury awarded the plaintiff $9,370 in damages.
Understanding This Case
- Many cervical disc injuries improve with conservative treatment. However, about 30% of cases may require surgical intervention, with varying degrees of permanent impairment.
- 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 Dallas County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2016, 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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