$100,000 Verdict in Essex County Rear-End Collision Case

Injury Type: Back injuries—herniated disc (C4-C5), bulging disc (T8-T9), cervical radiculopathy, lumbar radiculitis, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar strains; Other injuries—knee dislocation, internal derangement of the left knee

Accident Type: Rear-end collision

Award Amount: $100,000

Location: Essex County, New Jersey

A high-impact rear-end collision caused significant injuries to the plaintiff when their vehicle was struck from behind by the defendant’s vehicle, forcing it into another car in front. The plaintiff suffered a herniated disc at C4-C5, bulging discs at T8-T9, cervical radiculopathy, lumbar radiculitis, multiple spinal strains, and internal derangement of the left knee.

The plaintiff alleged that the defendant was negligent, careless, and reckless in the ownership and maintenance of their vehicle, directly leading to the accident. The defendant denied liability and argued that contributory negligence played a role in the incident.

Following deliberation, the jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, awarding $100,000 in damages to address the extensive injuries and their lasting impact.

This case highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions and the legal complexities involved when contributory negligence is argued.

Case Reference: Lumley v. Diviney, ESXL-001567-12