$10,000 Verdict: Pre-Existing Disc Bulges Aggravated by Rear-End Collision in Middlesex County, New Jersey

Injury Type: Aggravation of pre-existing lumbar disc bulges, new discopathy, disc herniations at L4-L5, disc bulge at C5-C6, and whiplash injuries to the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.

Accident Type: Rear-end collision.

Award Amount: $10,000.

Location: Middlesex County, New Jersey.

The plaintiff’s vehicle was rear-ended by the defendant’s vehicle, exacerbating pre-existing lumbar disc bulges and causing new injuries, including discopathy, disc herniations at L4-L5, a disc bulge at C5-C6, and whiplash to the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. 

The plaintiff alleged that the defendant was negligent in operating their vehicle, while the defendant denied liability and contended the plaintiff’s injuries were the result of a prior accident. After deliberation, the jury found in favor of the plaintiff and awarded $10,000 in damages.

Case Reference: Martins v. Colaianni, MIDL-001952-11.