KS·State Guide
Personal Injury Law in Kansas
Key rules for personal injury claims in Kansas — statute of limitations, fault system, damage caps, insurance requirements, and government claim deadlines.
Key Points — Kansas
- 01Modified comparative fault — barred at 50%+ fault
- 02$325,000 non-economic damages cap
- 03No-fault auto insurance with PIP
- 04120-day government notice deadline
Rules at a Glance
- Statute of Limitations
- 2 years from the date of injury
- Fault System
- Modified comparative fault (50% bar) — Kansas bars recovery if the injured person is 50% or more at fault.
- Damage Caps
- Non-economic damages capped at $325,000 for most injury cases. No cap on economic damages.
- Government Notice Deadline
- Written notice within 120 days for claims against municipalities under the Kansas Tort Claims Act.
- Auto Insurance System
- No-fault — No-fault state with PIP required.
- Minimum Liability Coverage
- 25/50/25.
- Workers' Comp Deadline
- Report within 10 days. File claim within 3 years.
Fault System in Kansas
Kansas bars recovery if the injured person is 50% or more at fault.
Auto Insurance in Kansas
Kansas is a no-fault state. No-fault state with PIP required.
Minimum required liability coverage: 25/50/25..
General information only. This page explains common concepts in plain language. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary by state and change over time. For any specific situation, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.