Kansas Personal Injury Laws
Kansas follows a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar and caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $325,000. General personal injury claims in Kansas do not have a statutory cap on non-economic damages. Kansas courts tend to be conservative in their verdicts, reflecting the state's rural and Midwestern character.
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 Kansas
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Kansas.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $17,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $13,000 |
| Dog Bite | $26,000 |
Key Kansas Personal Injury Statutes
- •Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-513 (statute of limitations)
- •Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-258a (comparative fault, 50% bar)
- •Kan. Stat. Ann. § 60-19a02 (med mal non-economic cap)
Damage Caps in Kansas
Kansas 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, Kansas caps damages at $325,000.
Injury Claims in Kansas
Learn more about specific injury types and how Kansas law applies to each.
Major Cities in Kansas
Personal injury attorneys in Kansas serve clients in Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, Olathe, Topeka, 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.