New Hampshire Personal Injury Laws
New Hampshire 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's small size and proximity to Boston influence its legal market, with many plaintiffs' attorneys practicing across state lines. New Hampshire does not have a general income tax, which can affect net recovery calculations.
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 New Hampshire
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in New Hampshire.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $21,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $17,000 |
| Dog Bite | $31,000 |
Key New Hampshire Personal Injury Statutes
- •N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 508:4 (statute of limitations)
- •N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 507:7-d (modified comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 466:19 (dog bite liability)
Damage Caps in New Hampshire
New Hampshire 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.
New Hampshire does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in New Hampshire
Learn more about specific injury types and how New Hampshire law applies to each.
Major Cities in New Hampshire
Personal injury attorneys in New Hampshire serve clients in Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Derry, Dover, 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.