$25,000 Jury Verdict: Rear-End Collision Causes Lumbar Injury and Disc Herniation in New Brunswick, New Jersey

Injury Type: Back injury, lumbar injury, disc herniation (L4-5, L5-S1)

Accident Type: Rear-end collision

Award Amount: $25,000

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

The plaintiff’s vehicle was rear-ended at an intersection, resulting in lumbar injuries and disc herniations at L4-5 and L5-S1. The plaintiff argued that the defendant failed to operate their vehicle safely and claimed the injuries were serious and permanent.

The defendant admitted liability but challenged the severity and permanency of the injuries. The jury assessed the damages and returned a verdict of $25,000 in favor of the plaintiff.

Case Reference: Sotto v. Sass, MID-L-1898-06