Arkansas Personal Injury Laws
Arkansas uses a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar, meaning a plaintiff who is 50% or more at fault cannot recover damages. The state has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, giving plaintiffs slightly more time than many other states. Arkansas does not cap non-economic or compensatory damages in personal injury cases.
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Fault Rule
Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Arkansas
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Arkansas.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $17,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $13,000 |
| Dog Bite | $26,000 |
Key Arkansas Personal Injury Statutes
- •Ark. Code Ann. § 16-56-105 (statute of limitations)
- •Ark. Code Ann. § 16-64-122 (comparative fault, 50% bar)
- •Ark. Code Ann. § 16-116-203 (products liability)
Damage Caps in Arkansas
Arkansas does not impose a general cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. This means there is no statutory limit on pain and suffering awards in most cases.
Arkansas does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Arkansas
Learn more about specific injury types and how Arkansas law applies to each.
Major Cities in Arkansas
Personal injury attorneys in Arkansas serve clients in Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Springdale, Jonesboro, and surrounding areas. If you have been injured in any of these cities, the same state laws described above apply to your claim.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.