Truck / 18-Wheeler Accident Lawsuit in Minnesota

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Statute of Limitations

Minnesota has a 6-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (Minn. Stat. § 541.05) — one of the most generous in the Midwest. Modified comparative fault with 51% bar. Claims against MnDOT or local government entities require compliance with the Minnesota Tort Claims Act (Minn. Stat. § 3.736). Minnesota's no-fault insurance law requires PIP claims before filing tort claims in many cases.

6 years from date of accident

Minnesota Data

Exposure in Minnesota

Source: MnDOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024

Source: NHTSA FARS 2024

Source: Minn. Stat. § 541.05

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Minnesota

Hennepin Healthcare — Level I Trauma Center

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