Modified Comparative Negligence (50% Bar)
Idaho follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. If plaintiff is less than 50% at fault, damages are reduced proportionally. If plaintiff is 50% or more at fault, they cannot recover any damages.
No Cap
No limit on non-economic damages
2 years for personal injury
Deadline to file your lawsuit
Idaho follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. If plaintiff is less than 50% at fault, damages are reduced proportionally. If plaintiff is 50% or more at fault, they cannot recover any damages.
Example:
If plaintiff is 30% at fault for $100k damages, they recover $70,000. If plaintiff is 50% or more at fault, they recover $0.
Additional research needed for specific cap amounts
$0
Based on reported cases in Idaho
5,741
Personal injury lawsuits per year
Idaho follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar rule. The Holton v. Memorial Hospital (1996) case established important standards for medical malpractice in Idaho.
Idaho's agricultural and logging industries have produced significant workplace injury litigation. Cases involving farm equipment accidents and timber operations often involve complex liability issues.
The state has seen notable recreational land use cases, with Idaho's outdoor recreation economy creating unique liability questions for landowners and activity providers.
Idaho personal injury cases are filed in District Court, with seven judicial districts. Ada County (Boise) handles the most civil litigation.
Idaho follows the Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure. The state uses uniform scheduling orders and encourages early case management.
Idaho courts encourage mediation before trial. The Court Assistance Office helps self-represented parties navigate procedures.
Idaho attorneys are licensed by the Idaho State Bar. For personal injury cases, look for attorneys with experience in Idaho's 50% comparative fault bar.
The Idaho Trial Lawyers Association is the state's primary plaintiff attorney organization. Agricultural and workplace injury experience is valuable in Idaho.
Contingency fees typically range from 33-40%. Idaho's damage caps on non-economic damages ($250,000 in general) affect case valuation.
Idaho's statute of limitations for personal injury is 2 years under Idaho Code § 5-219. This applies to most negligence claims.
Medical malpractice has a 2-year statute of limitations. Claims against Idaho government entities require 180-day notice under the Idaho Tort Claims Act.
This calculator provides estimates only and is not legal advice. Laws in Idaho are complex and individual case results vary. Consult a licensed Idaho attorney for advice specific to your case.