Attorney: James Sung
Second Chair: Jessica Murray
Case Type: Rear-End Collision Verdict
Location: Dallas County, Texas
Verdict: $310,536.03

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Before trial, the defense insisted the case was worth $63,000. Three days later, a Dallas County jury valued the case at $310,536.03.

Witherite Law Group attorneys James Sung and Jessica Murray secured the verdict on behalf of a young military veteran who was injured after being rear-ended while stopped at a traffic light in Dallas County, Texas.  

The result showed what the team believed from the beginning; this case was never just about the crash. It was about the long-term impact the collision had on our client’s health, daily life, and future medical needs.

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The Collision

The wreck occurred in July 2024 in Dallas County, Texas.

Our client was stopped at a red light and, when the signal turned green, momentarily ensured the intersection was clear before proceeding. Before he could go through the intersection, another driver accelerated and rearended our client.

The liability was clear. The driver admitted he hit our client’s vehicle, and the evidence showed our client did nothing to cause the collision. The case also involved evidence that the driver did not have a valid Texas driver’s license at the time of the crash and had borrowed the vehicle he was driving.

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Why the Case Went to Trial

Although fault was not the central issue, the value of the case was heavily disputed.

The defense challenged the extent of our client’s injuries, questioned the need for future medical care, and attempted to connect his symptoms to prior medical history instead of the collision.

That strategy made trial preparation critical. The Witherite Law Group team developed the medical evidence, prepared witnesses, addressed gaps, and presented testimony showing how the crash affected the client’s life beyond what appeared on paper.

By the time the case reached trial, past medical expenses totaled $65,536.03, and future medical care became one of the most important issues for the jury to consider.

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The Impact on Our Client

Before the collision, our client was active and physically capable. As a military veteran, he worked hard to maintain his physical health and quality of life.

After the crash, he experienced ongoing neck, back, and ankle pain. Those injuries affected his sleep, physical activity, household responsibilities, and family life.

At trial, testimony helped the jury understand the everyday consequences of those injuries. The case was not only about medical bills. It was about how a preventable rear-end collision continued to affect our client’s ability to live, move, work, and care for his family nearly two years later.

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Trial and Verdict

Because our client’s injuries were not immediately visible, the trial team focused on ensuring jurors understand the medical evidence and the lasting impact the collision had on his daily life. Through medical testimony, imaging, and witness accounts, the jury heard how the injuries continue to affect him long after the crash.  

Friends and family members testified about the changes they observed following the collision, providing important insight into how the injuries affected his everyday activities and relationships.  

After hearing the evidence, the jury returned a verdict of $310,536.01, recognizing the long-term impact of the injuries and the need for future care.  

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A Team Effort

This result reflects the hard work and preparation of the Witherite Law Group trial team.

Throughout the case and trial, team members assisted with witness coordination, scheduling, exhibit preparation, client communication, courtroom logistics, and trial support. Their collective efforts helped ensure the case was organized, prepared, and ready to be presented to a Dallas County jury.

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A Commitment to Our Clients

Insurance companies and defense teams often evaluate injury claims based on numbers, records, and risk calculations. Juries hear the full story.

At Witherite Law Group, we prepare every case as if it may need to be tried. When settlement offers fail to reflect the real impact of a crash, our attorneys are ready to present the evidence and fight for the compensation our clients deserve.

This $310,536.03 Dallas County rear-end collision verdict demonstrates the value of preparation, persistence, and a willingness to take a case to trial when a fair resolution is not offered.