Claims & Compensation
Non-economic damages are real but limited by Minnesota's no-fault threshold. Learn how pain and suffering is valued.
What Pain and Suffering Covers
These non-economic damages compensate for physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life — harms that don't come with a bill but are very real.
The No-Fault Threshold
In motor-vehicle cases, you generally must meet Minnesota's tort threshold — $4,000 in medical expenses, permanent injury, disfigurement, or 60+ days of disability — before pursuing pain and suffering from the at-fault driver.
How It's Valued
There's no simple formula. Severity, duration, permanence, and the impact on your life all factor in. Documentation and credible testimony shape the value.
Comparative Fault Applies
Like all damages in Minnesota, pain and suffering recovery is reduced by your share of fault. Strong evidence protects your recovery.
This article is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different. For guidance on your specific situation, call 973-566-5599 for a free, confidential case review.