Truck claims
in Minnesota.

6 years

Six years from the date of injury for negligence-based personal injury under Minn. Stat. § 541.05 — among the longest in the country.

Modified comparative negligence (51% bar)

Minnesota uses modified comparative fault — recovery is barred if your fault is greater than the defendant's combined fault.

Maximum recovery

No general cap on compensatory damages.

Pre-suit notice

Tort claim notice to municipalities required within 180 days under Minn. Stat. § 466.05.

Minn. Stat. § 541.05

Cite this statute when documenting your claim. Your attorney will work from this authority.

State practice

I-94, I-35, and I-90 cross the state. Minnesota is a no-fault state for personal vehicles but commercial trucks operate under tort liability for serious injuries.