ND·State Guide
Personal Injury Law in North Dakota
Key rules for personal injury claims in North Dakota — statute of limitations, fault system, damage caps, insurance requirements, and government claim deadlines.
Key Points — North Dakota
- 016-year statute of limitations — among the longest in the U.S.
- 02$500,000 non-economic damages cap
- 03No-fault auto insurance
- 04Workers' comp handled by state-run WSI
Rules at a Glance
- Statute of Limitations
- 6 years from the date of injury
- Fault System
- Modified comparative fault (50% bar) — North Dakota bars recovery if the injured person is 50% or more at fault.
- Damage Caps
- Non-economic damages capped at $500,000. No cap on economic damages.
- Government Notice Deadline
- Written notice within 180 days.
- Auto Insurance System
- No-fault — No-fault state with PIP required.
- Minimum Liability Coverage
- 25/50/25.
- Workers' Comp Deadline
- Covered by Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI). Report within 7 days.
Fault System in North Dakota
North Dakota bars recovery if the injured person is 50% or more at fault.
Auto Insurance in North Dakota
North Dakota 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.