St. Mary’s County Jury Awards $320,000 After Rear-End Car Accident Trial

$320,000 Jury Verdict in St. Mary’s County Car Accident Case After Two-Day Trial

Farmer & Klopfer recently obtained a $320,000 jury verdict on behalf of an injured client following a two-day trial held January 7–8, 2026, in the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Attorneys James E. Farmer and Taylor M. Wilson represented the plaintiff in a contested rear-end motor vehicle collision case in which liability and damages were disputed by the defense.

Case Background

The case arose from a motor vehicle collision on Route 5 (Point Lookout Road) in St. Mary’s County. Our client, an 18-year-old driver, was stopped while waiting to make a lawful left-hand turn when her vehicle was struck from behind by the defendant’s pickup truck.

Despite the daytime conditions and visible vehicle damage, the defense disputed responsibility for the crash.

Disputed Liability and Defense Arguments

The defendant alleged that our client did not have functioning tail lights and failed to use a turn signal. These claims were contested at trial. The defense also sought to minimize the severity of the collision, despite evidence of front-end damage to the defendant’s vehicle.

Verdict Outcome

The insurer offered $75,000 to settle the case one day before trial, under a policy with $250,000 limits. The case proceeded to verdict.

After less than one hour of deliberation, the jury returned a verdict of $320,000.

Representation for Car Accident Victims in St. Mary’s County

Farmer & Klopfer represents individuals injured in motor vehicle collisions throughout St. Mary’s County and Southern Maryland, including cases involving rear-end crashes and disputed liability.

If you have been injured in a car accident, consulting with an attorney can help you understand your legal options.

Contact Farmer & Klopfer to schedule a consultation and discuss your case.

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