Truck Accident Settlements by State
Personal injury law varies by state. Statutes of limitations range from 1 to 6 years. Negligence rules range from pure comparative (most plaintiff-friendly) to strict contributory (most defense-friendly). State multipliers reflect documented jury verdict patterns. Find your state's specific rules below.
All 50 States
States by Negligence Rule
The negligence rule is the single most important factor in truck accident cases. It determines whether — and how much — you can recover if you bear any fault.
Pure Comparative (11 states)
Most plaintiff-friendly. Recovery proportional to defendant's fault, even if you're 99% at fault.
Modified 50% Rule (14 states)
Recovery barred at 50% or more plaintiff fault. Below 50%, recovery is reduced proportionally.
Modified 51% Rule (21 states)
Recovery barred at 51% or more plaintiff fault. Below 51%, recovery is reduced proportionally.
Contributory Negligence (4 states)
Strictest rule. Even 1% plaintiff fault completely bars recovery.