Minnesota Personal Injury Laws
Minnesota follows a modified comparative fault system with a 51% bar and has no statutory cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. The state has a robust plaintiff's bar, particularly in the Twin Cities metro area, which often produces above-average verdicts in serious injury cases. Minnesota's dog bite statute imposes strict liability on owners.
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 Minnesota
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Minnesota.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $22,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $18,000 |
| Dog Bite | $35,000 |
Key Minnesota Personal Injury Statutes
- •Minn. Stat. § 541.05 (statute of limitations)
- •Minn. Stat. § 604.01 (modified comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •Minn. Stat. § 347.22 (dog bite strict liability)
Damage Caps in Minnesota
Minnesota 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.
Minnesota does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Minnesota
Learn more about specific injury types and how Minnesota law applies to each.
Major Cities in Minnesota
Personal injury attorneys in Minnesota serve clients in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester, Duluth, Bloomington, 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.