Mississippi Personal Injury Laws
Mississippi uses pure comparative fault, allowing plaintiffs to recover regardless of their percentage of fault. The state caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $500,000. Mississippi has historically been known as a plaintiff-friendly venue, though tort reform efforts have reshaped the litigation landscape significantly over the past two decades.
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Fault Rule
Pure Comparative Fault
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Pure Comparative Fault
You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, but your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Mississippi
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Mississippi.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $16,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $12,000 |
| Dog Bite | $25,000 |
Key Mississippi Personal Injury Statutes
- •Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49 (statute of limitations)
- •Miss. Code Ann. § 11-7-15 (pure comparative fault)
- •Miss. Code Ann. § 11-1-60 (med mal non-economic cap)
Damage Caps in Mississippi
Mississippi 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, Mississippi caps damages at $500,000.
Injury Claims in Mississippi
Learn more about specific injury types and how Mississippi law applies to each.
Major Cities in Mississippi
Personal injury attorneys in Mississippi serve clients in Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, Hattiesburg, Biloxi, 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.