Back Strain / Soft Tissue cases from motor vehicle accidents can vary significantly in severity and outcome. These cases involve injuries that may require medical treatment, rehabilitation, and can impact quality of life. Settlement values depend on injury severity, medical expenses, recovery time, and long-term effects on the victim's daily activities and ability to work.
Last updated: December 2025
One driver stopped at a traffic light and was hit from behind by a cement mixer. The driver claimed injuries to his neck, back, and knee. The case involved disputes over the severity of the injuries and the necessity of medical treatments.
One driver was involved in a rear-end collision. The case was tried on damages only. The jury awarded the injured person compensation for past and future physical pain, past and future physical impairment, past medical care, and past loss of earning capacity.
One driver rear-ended another vehicle on a highway in Dallas, Texas. The collision caused the pregnant driver of the first vehicle to go into premature labor. The newborn required NICU care. The occupants of the first vehicle also sustained injuries.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle while driving on a toll road. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their neck and back. The driver who caused the collision was found to be texting and distracted at the time of the crash. The jury found the distracted driver fully liable for the collision.
One driver was traveling east on a toll road when the vehicle behind him struck his car. The driver who was hit claimed injuries to his neck and back. The driver who hit him claimed the other driver stopped suddenly. Evidence showed the driver who hit the car was texting on his cell phone just before the collision. The jury found the texting driver 100 percent liable.
Two people in a car were stopped in traffic when their vehicle was rear-ended by another car, which had been rear-ended by a third vehicle. The occupants of the first car claimed neck and back injuries. The driver of the third vehicle was sued for negligent operation of her vehicle. The driver admitted fault before the trial.
One driver was traveling westbound when the other driver struck her vehicle from behind. The injured driver claimed she suffered neck and back injuries requiring injections. The defendants denied negligence and argued the injured driver was partially at fault. The jury found the defendant driver caused the collision and awarded damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages.
One driver was traveling on a highway when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries. The jury found the defendant driver at fault for the collision.
A bus passenger was injured when the bus rear-ended another vehicle. The passenger claimed the bus driver was negligent and that the bus companies were negligent in hiring and supervising the driver. The passenger sought damages for injuries, pain, and medical expenses.
One driver was slowing for traffic when the car behind them struck their vehicle. The injured driver claimed injuries to their back and neck, including aggravation of a pre-existing condition. The case proceeded against the insurer to determine damages.
One driver was traveling west on Interstate 30 when another driver rear-ended him. The impact caused the first driver's vehicle to strike a roadside concrete barrier. The second driver was later convicted of driving while intoxicated. The first driver claimed neck and back injuries.
A driver was stopped in traffic when the vehicle behind him rear-ended his pickup truck. The driver of the rear vehicle was found to be negligent for failing to control his speed. The injured driver claimed neck and back injuries, including sprains, strains, and headaches. Medical evaluations showed some disc issues, but also noted degenerative changes. The injured driver sought damages for past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, and physical impairment.
Back strain and soft tissue injuries involve damage to the muscles, ligaments, and tendons supporting the spine and surrounding structures. These injuries occur when muscle fibers or ligaments stretch beyond their normal capacity or tear partially or completely. Soft tissue damage causes pain, swelling, muscle spasms, limited mobility, and inflammation that can range from mild discomfort to debilitating pain affecting daily activities.
Motor vehicle accidents cause back strains through sudden impact forces, awkward body positioning during collision, seatbelt compression against the torso, and violent jarring motions. Rear-end collisions frequently cause lower back strain as the body is thrust forward then snapped backward. Side-impact crashes can cause asymmetric muscle damage and uneven spinal stress. Even low-speed accidents can cause significant soft tissue damage that may not appear on X-rays or initial examinations.
Initial treatment includes rest, ice application, NSAIDs for pain and inflammation, and avoiding activities that aggravate symptoms. Physical therapy typically begins within 1-2 weeks to restore range of motion, strengthen supporting muscles, and prevent chronic dysfunction. Treatment may include manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, heat therapy, and electrical stimulation. Some cases require muscle relaxants, trigger point injections, or epidural steroid injections. Most soft tissue injuries improve within 6-12 weeks, though severe strains may require months of treatment and some develop chronic pain syndromes.
Soft tissue injury cases in Dallas-Fort Worth face scrutiny because damage doesn't appear on X-rays or CT scans, making them harder to 'prove' than fractures. Success depends on consistent medical treatment starting immediately after the accident, detailed documentation of pain and functional limitations, MRI evidence showing tissue damage or inflammation, and testimony from treating physicians. Gap in treatment or delayed care allows insurance companies to argue injuries are not accident-related. Physical therapy records showing objective functional improvements strengthen claims significantly.
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Data Coverage: 353+ cases analyzed from 2015-2025 in Dallas and Tarrant counties. Median settlement: $11,500. Data last updated: December 2025.
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