Idaho Personal Injury Laws
Idaho uses a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar and caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $250,000 (adjusted for inflation). General personal injury cases in Idaho do not have a statutory cap on non-economic damages. Idaho's rural character and conservative jury pool often result in lower-than-average jury verdicts compared to more urbanized states.
Statute of Limitations
2 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 Idaho
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Idaho.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $17,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $13,000 |
| Dog Bite | $27,000 |
Key Idaho Personal Injury Statutes
- •Idaho Code § 5-219 (statute of limitations)
- •Idaho Code § 6-801 (comparative fault, 50% bar)
- •Idaho Code § 6-1603 (med mal non-economic cap)
Damage Caps in Idaho
Idaho 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.
For medical malpractice cases specifically, Idaho caps damages at $250,000.
Injury Claims in Idaho
Learn more about specific injury types and how Idaho law applies to each.
Major Cities in Idaho
Personal injury attorneys in Idaho serve clients in Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, 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.