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The short answer. In Idaho most injury claims must be filed within two years (Idaho Code 5-219(4)). The trial court for Ada County sits in Boise, at 200 West Front Street, Boise, ID 83702-7300. To talk it through, send the form on this page and we will work to connect you with an attorney in our network.
If you are reading this after an accident in Kuna, you are probably tired, sore and unsure whom to trust. That is normal. A few rules learned early can keep you from making choices that are hard to undo.
NeedAnAttorney.net is a matching service. It does not give legal advice about your case. What follows is general information about Idaho injury law, taken from the text of the statutes, so you know which questions to ask. The form at the top of the page connects you with an attorney when you are ready.
Questions Worth Asking In Kuna
Whoever you speak to, a few answers tell you a lot:
- The date. Ask for the specific last day to file in your case. The general rule is two years (Idaho Code 5-219(4)).
- If you were partly to blame. Ask what happens to your award if a jury finds you share the blame (Idaho Code 6-801).
- Any ceiling. Ask what limit applies to the award and whether it reaches your claim (Idaho Code 6-1603).
- The money terms. Ask how fees are calculated and which costs come out of a recovery.
- The people. Ask who will be in touch with you and how quickly they return calls.
Common Kinds of Injury Claims
Vehicle crashes
Vehicle injuries start with the same few steps: medical care first, then photographs of the scene, names and numbers of anyone who saw it, the other driver’s insurance information and any estimates for repairs.
Pedestrian and bicycle injuries
If a driver hit you while you were on foot or on a bike, note exactly where it happened, what the signals and lighting were like, and who saw it. Ask the people who stopped to leave their names and numbers.
Falls and unsafe property
Wet floors, icy steps and broken railings cause injuries that turn on how long the hazard existed and who was responsible for it. Photograph the hazard as soon as you can and report the fall to whoever runs the property.
Wrongful death
If a loved one died because of another person’s wrongful act or omission, a different set of rules applies. A wrongful death claim follows its own rules in Idaho; ask an attorney which date applies (Idaho Code 5-311). You do not have to sort this out alone or quickly; an attorney can explain who is allowed to act and what the dates are.
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Your Own Share Of The Blame
In Idaho the line is fifty percent: at or above it the claim is barred. The source is Idaho Code 6-801.
You can recover from a defendant only if your share of the fault is smaller than that defendant’s share, and your award is reduced by your share; with one defendant, a share of 50 percent or more bars the claim (Idaho Code 6-801). Insurers often press this point first, so keep notes about how the injury happened.
Limits On What You Can Recover
Pain and suffering awards are limited in Idaho. The details are in Idaho Code 6-1603. The limit does not apply to causes of action arising out of willful or reckless misconduct, or to acts a jury finds beyond a reasonable doubt would be a felony.
The details matter, so ask an attorney how the limit would affect a claim like yours. Punitive damages are limited separately (Idaho Code 6-1604(1)-(3)).
When The Clock Starts And Stops
Most injury claims in Idaho must be filed within two years (Idaho Code 5-219(4)). A child may have more time, and a few other limited situations extend the period too (Idaho Code 5-230).
A wrongful death claim follows its own rules, so ask which date applies (Idaho Code 5-311). If a government body may be responsible, the steps can differ (Idaho Tort Claims Act, Idaho Code 6-905). Write down the date of the injury now so the count is never in doubt.
What Auto Policies Must Cover
The minimum liability limits for a driver in Idaho are $25,000 for injury to one person, $50,000 for injury to two or more people in one accident and $15,000 for property damage (Idaho Code 49-1229(1) and 49-117(20)).
A crash with several injured people can use up those limits quickly. If your bills pass that limit, it helps to know early what other coverage may exist, including your own policy.
The Court and Hospitals Behind a Kuna Claim
Ada County is the county the Census Bureau assigns to Kuna. For Ada County, the Idaho court directory shows the Fourth Judicial District district court in Boise, at 200 West Front Street, Boise, ID 83702-7300. The state list of trauma centers names Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, in Ada County as well, as a Level II trauma center. In Ada County, the state list of trauma centers shows St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center in Meridian as a Level III trauma center.
Records matter later. Get the complete chart and an itemized bill from each place that treated you, and write down the date of every visit, including any transfer to another facility.
How The Intake Process Works In Kuna
The form at the top of this page is the starting point. NeedAnAttorney.net reviews your details and works to match you with an attorney in our network who may handle cases in Idaho. It costs nothing to use and does not commit you to anything.
Before the first call, collect the basics: the date, the place, names of witnesses, your medical visits and your missed work. A single folder for bills, letters and photographs saves time later.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof should I keep for an injury claim?
Save every treatment record and bill. Take photographs of the injuries and of where it happened. Pay records, repair estimates and insurer emails should go in the same place.
Is it safe to answer the other side’s adjuster?
It is fair to say you are getting advice first. Stick to simple facts and avoid guessing about fault or injuries. Do not sign a release until you know the full cost of your injuries.
What if a public employee caused my injury?
Possibly. Special claim or notice steps can apply (Idaho Tort Claims Act, Idaho Code 6-905). Skipping a required notice step can end a claim. An early start protects your rights.
What should I do in the first week after an accident?
See a doctor as soon as you can. Make sure the incident is reported. Write down names of witnesses and keep every record in one place.
How many years do I have to sue after an injury in Idaho?
Most injury claims must be filed within two years (Idaho Code 5-219(4)). Extra time can be available for a child and in some other limited situations (Idaho Code 5-230). Do not wait to ask.
Does it matter that I was partly to blame?
The rule: you can recover from a defendant only if your share of the fault is smaller than that defendant’s share, and your award is reduced by your share; with one defendant, a share of 50 percent or more bars the claim (Idaho Code 6-801). How the blame is assigned matters. Keep notes about how the injury happened.
Does Idaho put a ceiling on pain and suffering?
A limit applies in some cases: the amount is set by the statute and can change (Idaho Code 6-1603). The limit does not apply to causes of action arising out of willful or reckless misconduct, or to acts a jury finds beyond a reasonable doubt would be a felony. Medical bills and lost income are handled separately from pain and suffering. An attorney can tell you which rules apply to your facts.
Is the other driver’s policy enough to cover my injuries?
At least $25,000 for injury to one person, $50,000 for injury to two or more people in one accident and $15,000 for property damage (Idaho Code 49-1229(1) and 49-117(20)). Several policies can apply to one crash. Before you accept a payment, check for every policy that may apply.
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