Texas Jury Finds Split Negligence in Auto Crash, Awards $10,818
One driver was found to be 75% at fault for a motor vehicle accident, while the other driver was found to be 25% at fault. The jury awarded damages for past physical pain and mental anguish, and past medical care.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Verdict-Plaintiff
- Amount
- $2,000
- County
- Dallas County, TX
- Resolved
- 2019
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Personal injury
Settlement Context
This verdict-plaintiff of $2,000 is below the median of $22,000 for other cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $8,200 to $102,285, based on 304 cases in our database.
Case Overview
A personal injury lawsuit arose from a motor vehicle accident. The plaintiff filed a claim alleging the defendant was responsible for the collision and sought damages for injuries sustained. The defendant disputed full liability for the incident.
Following a trial, a jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff. The jury found the defendant 75% negligent and the plaintiff 25% negligent in causing the accident. Damages awarded to the plaintiff included $2,000 for past physical pain and mental anguish and $8,818 for past medical care. No damages were awarded for past physical impairment. The verdict was reached with a 5-1 poll.
Understanding This Case
- 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 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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