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New Hampshire Medical Malpractice Damage Cap

Track statutory limits on noneconomic damages and calculate your potential recoverable amount.

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Enter claimed noneconomic damages

Legal Nuances & Exceptions

Applicability

All Medical Malpractice Cases

Statutory Reference

RSA 507-C:7 (Ruled unconstitutional)

No statutory cap on noneconomic damages in New Hampshire. The state Supreme Court previously struck down a $250,000 cap (Carson v. Maurer) as unconstitutional.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does New Hampshire cap medical malpractice damages?

No. New Hampshire has no statutory limit on economic or noneconomic damages.

Are punitive damages allowed in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire specifically outlaws punitive damages in all civil cases unless expressly authorized by statute, which does not apply to medical malpractice.

Can I recover full pain and suffering damages?

Yes, plaintiffs can recover full damages for pain and suffering.

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