Hidalgo County Settlements:
Real Case Outcomes & Data

A homeowner sued their insurer after a hail storm damaged their house. The homeowner alleged that the insurance adjuster undervalued the damage during an inspection. The case went to a jury, which found in favor of the homeowner and awarded damages.

One driver was traveling north when another driver pulled out from a driveway and attempted to turn left, colliding with the first driver's vehicle. The first driver claimed injuries to his back, finger, and neck. The second driver stated she was waved across by another vehicle and did not see the first driver until the last moment. The defense argued it was an accident and the first driver was speeding and not paying attention.

A multi-vehicle collision occurred when an ambulance rear-ended one car, which then rear-ended another. The driver of the last car reported injuries including disc herniations and sprains. The defense argued the collision was minor and the injuries were pre-existing or from other activities. The jury found fault with both the ambulance driver and the middle driver.

A 16-year-old driver with a learner's permit was rear-ended by an ambulance, which had been rear-ended by another vehicle. The collision caused a chain reaction. The driver reported injuries to her back and neck, requiring months of chiropractic treatment. She stated the injuries impacted her ability to dance. The defense argued the collision was minor and the injuries were pre-existing or from other activities. The jury found fault with both the ambulance driver and the driver of the first vehicle. The injured driver was awarded damages for pain and impairment.

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.

A woman was inside a bank when a vehicle crashed through the front glass wall. She was struck by the falling glass and knocked down. She claimed injuries to her back and knee. The case was settled with one defendant, and the other defendant conceded liability for the crash.

One driver was stopped at a traffic light when the other driver collided with the rear of their vehicle. The occupants of the stopped vehicle were taken to the hospital with injuries. The case was settled before trial.

One driver was traveling south when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed injuries to their back and neck. The driver of the first vehicle alleged the other driver was speeding and inattentive, while the second driver claimed the first vehicle stopped suddenly. The first driver sought damages for medical costs, pain, and suffering.

One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver entered the intersection and broadsided her. The injured driver claimed back injuries and alleged the other driver ran a red light. The other driver stated his view of the light was blocked and he assumed it was still green. The injured driver was treated for lower back pain, bruising, and later claimed disc herniations.

One driver was traveling northbound when the vehicle behind them struck their car from the rear. The driver who was hit sustained a back injury and received medical treatment. The driver who caused the collision denied responsibility and claimed the injured driver's injuries were unrelated or preexisting. The jury found the driver who caused the collision negligent.

One driver was traveling northbound when the other driver struck their vehicle from the rear. The driver who was struck sustained a lumbar spine injury and received treatment. The jury found the defendant driver negligent and awarded damages for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.

One driver struck the rear of another vehicle, causing damage and injuries to the occupants. The driver who was hit was traveling on a highway with a minor passenger. The driver who caused the collision claimed it was an unavoidable emergency situation. The case was settled before trial.