Minnesota is not a pure comparative fault state. We are known as a modified comparative fault state, which means if you have two parties that are involved in the car accident and both of you are partially at-fault, the only way you are going to make a recovery is if the person causing the accident is 51% or more at fault for your injuries. Otherwise, you get nothing. If you are both equally at fault, both of you would be unable to bring a claim against the other.
If you find yourself in a situation, like you are boating on St. Croix, maritime law comes into effect. That is pure comparative fault, so if you get into a boat accident and they are 80% in the right and you are only 20%, you can still make a recovery for the 20%, even though it is largely your fault.
If you have any questions, call or text the personal injury lawyers at 612-INJURED at (612) 465-8733 for a free consultation.
