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New Hampshire Fault and Damages Allocation Rules

In New Hampshire, the allocation of damages among multiple defendants is governed by the rule of joint and several liability as modified by N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 507:7-d. Under this statute, each defendant is liable only for the portion of total damages that corresponds to that defendant’s percentage of fault, as determined by the trier of fact. The law provides that if a defendant is found to be less than a certain threshold of fault, that defendant’s liability is several only, meaning they pay only their share. For defendants at or above that threshold, joint liability applies, making them responsible for the entire damages amount, with rights of contribution from other at-fault parties. The official source sets out the precise dividing line and any exceptions. The worked example below demonstrates how the calculator applies this rule; use the tool to estimate your own allocation.

Governing authority

In New Hampshire, the damages allocation rule is set by N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 507:7-d. The verified packet cites N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 507:7-d (https://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/LI/507/507-7-d.htm).

New Hampshire damages allocation: governed by N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 507:7-d. The verified packet cites N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 507:7-d (https://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/LI/507/507-7-d.htm).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the damages allocation calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.