Modified Comparative Negligence (51% Bar)
New Hampshire follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. Plaintiff can recover if 50% or less at fault; damages reduced proportionally. If plaintiff is 51% or more at fault, recovery is completely barred.
No Cap
No limit on non-economic damages
3 years for personal injury
Deadline to file your lawsuit
New Hampshire follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. Plaintiff can recover if 50% or less at fault; damages reduced proportionally. If plaintiff is 51% or more at fault, recovery is completely barred.
Example:
If plaintiff is 30% at fault for $100k damages, they recover $70,000. If plaintiff is 51% or more at fault, they recover $0.
Additional research needed for specific cap amounts
$0
Based on reported cases in New Hampshire
12,777
Personal injury lawsuits per year
New Hampshire follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar rule. The Tullgren v. Amoskeag Savings Bank (1995) case established important premises liability standards.
New Hampshire has seen notable ski resort litigation, with the state's ski industry creating liability questions about operator responsibilities and inherent risks.
The state's manufacturing sector has produced product liability cases, with industrial equipment injuries creating complex litigation.
New Hampshire personal injury cases are filed in Superior Court, with 10 counties. Hillsborough County (Manchester) handles the most civil litigation.
New Hampshire follows the Superior Court Rules. The state uses case management and pretrial conferences.
New Hampshire has marital master and judicial referee programs for case management. Settlement conferences are standard.
New Hampshire attorneys are licensed by the New Hampshire Bar Association. The state's small legal community values reputation and relationships.
The New Hampshire Association for Justice is the state's primary plaintiff attorney organization. Local practice experience is particularly valuable.
Contingency fees typically range from 33-40%. New Hampshire has no general damage caps on personal injury claims.
New Hampshire's statute of limitations for personal injury is 3 years under RSA § 508:4. This applies to most negligence claims.
Medical malpractice has a 3-year statute of limitations. Claims against New Hampshire government entities have specific procedures under RSA 541-B.
This calculator provides estimates only and is not legal advice. Laws in New Hampshire are complex and individual case results vary. Consult a licensed New Hampshire attorney for advice specific to your case.