Lumbar Disc Injury 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 was stopped at an intersection in Fort Worth when the vehicle behind them rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed lower back injuries and sought damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering. The defense argued the other driver was not acting within the scope of their employment and that the injured driver was also negligent. The jury found the defendant liable and awarded damages.
One driver was stopped at an intersection when the other driver rear-ended them. The injured driver claimed lower back injuries, including disc issues and pain radiating into their legs. The case involved a dispute over whether the at-fault driver was acting within the scope of their employment at the time of the crash. The jury found the employer liable and awarded damages.
One driver was traveling on a highway when they slowed for traffic. The other driver, who was behind them, failed to control their speed and rear-ended the first vehicle. The collision caused the first vehicle's gas tank to rupture and catch fire. The driver who was hit sustained a disc injury in their lower back.
Two people in a stopped vehicle were injured when their car was hit from behind by a tractor trailer, pushing it into another vehicle, which then hit their car. The driver of the tractor trailer was found to be negligent for not paying attention, following too closely, and driving too fast. The injured individuals claimed serious and permanent injuries to their spines and other parts of their bodies.
Two people in a stopped vehicle were injured when their car was hit from behind. The collision was caused by a tractor-trailer that rear-ended a pickup truck, which then hit a van, pushing the van into the plaintiffs' car. The driver of the tractor-trailer was found to be negligent.
One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was struck from behind by another car. The injured driver claimed back and leg injuries. The case involved a dispute over underinsured motorist benefits, with the plaintiff's insurer being sued. The jury determined the accident caused significant damages.
A woman was stopped in traffic on Interstate 30 in Dallas when her SUV was hit from behind by another car. She claimed the accident aggravated a pre-existing back condition, requiring multiple medical treatments and potential surgeries. The defense argued her need for surgery was unrelated to the accident and that her injuries were temporary.
One driver stopped at a red light when the car behind them rear-ended them. The impact caused a chain reaction, and a third vehicle then rear-ended the middle car. The driver who was initially stopped claimed injuries to their neck, back, and shoulder. The case proceeded to trial against the insurance company for one of the drivers who caused the collision.
One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended them. The passenger in the stopped vehicle claimed neck and back injuries. The court granted a directed verdict for the passenger on liability. The passenger sought damages for past and future medical expenses, pain, and impairment. The jury awarded the passenger $204,235.
One driver was stopped at a red light when another driver rear-ended them. The injured passenger claimed neck and back injuries, including herniated discs. The court granted a directed verdict on liability for the plaintiffs. The jury awarded damages for past and future medical expenses, and past and future physical pain and impairment.
One driver stopped at a traffic light and was hit from behind by another vehicle. The person in the stopped car claimed injuries to their neck and lower back, which were confirmed by an MRI. They underwent chiropractic care and were recommended injections, which they were hesitant to receive. The jury awarded damages for past and future medical bills, physical impairment, and pain and suffering.
One driver was stopped in traffic on a highway when their vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended claimed injuries to their back, including a herniated disc that required surgery. The defense argued that the accident did not cause the injuries and that they were related to pre-existing conditions. The jury found the driver who caused the collision liable and awarded damages.
Lumbar disc injuries involve damage to the intervertebral discs in the lower back, which act as cushions between vertebrae. Injuries range from minor bulges and herniations (where disc material protrudes) to complete ruptures or extrusions (where disc material breaks through the outer layer). These injuries can compress spinal nerves, causing radiating leg pain (sciatica), numbness, tingling, and weakness. Lumbar disc injuries significantly impact mobility, ability to sit or stand for extended periods, and capacity to lift or bend.
Motor vehicle accidents cause lumbar disc injuries through compressive forces during collision impact, rotational forces twisting the spine, sudden deceleration throwing the body forward while the spine remains compressed against the seat, and vertical compression from vehicles being struck and occupants being bounced. High-impact collisions, rollovers, and T-bone crashes create particularly severe spinal forces. Pre-existing disc degeneration can make discs more vulnerable to traumatic injury during accidents.
Conservative treatment starts with rest, anti-inflammatory medications, pain management, and physical therapy focusing on core strengthening and spinal stabilization. Epidural steroid injections may provide temporary relief by reducing nerve inflammation. When conservative treatment fails after 6-12 weeks, surgical options include microdiscectomy (removing herniated disc material), laminectomy (removing bone to relieve nerve pressure), or spinal fusion (permanently joining vertebrae). Recovery from surgery typically requires 6-12 weeks for minimally invasive procedures, longer for fusion. Many patients experience significant improvement, though some develop chronic pain or adjacent segment disease.
Lumbar disc injury cases in Dallas and Tarrant counties require strong medical documentation because defendants often argue disc problems are degenerative rather than traumatic. Key evidence includes MRI scans performed soon after the accident (establishing baseline damage), comparison with any pre-accident imaging, detailed pain journals showing functional limitations, employment records showing work restrictions or missed time, and expert medical testimony from orthopedic surgeons or neurosurgeons explaining how accident forces caused or aggravated the disc injury. Cases requiring surgery typically result in significantly higher settlements due to medical costs, lost wages, and permanent impairment ratings.
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Data Coverage: 50+ cases analyzed from 2015-2025 in Dallas and Tarrant counties. Median settlement: $40,681. Data last updated: December 2025.
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