Arkansas

Negligence Doctrine: Modified Comparative Negligence – 50 Percent Bar
Circuit # 8

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Med Pay Subrogation - Yes
PIP Subrogation - No

Statute of Limitations

  • Statute of Repose: Products N/A
  • Statute of Repose: Real Property 5 years
  • Breach of Contract (Written) 5 years
  • Personal Property 3 years
  • Personal Injury 3 years
    • Medical Malpractice 2 years
  • Warranty N/A
    • Property Damage 4 years
    • Personal Injury 3 years

Able to Pursue Owner

Sue Owner for Negligence – YES
Suspend Owner’s License – YES

Deductible Reimbursement

Pro Rata State

A.C.A. § 054 00 043

Garnishment

YES
(Note: ALL states allow garnishment for child support, alimony, taxes and federal student loans)

Federal garnishment rules and exemptions are used

Parental Responsibility

Minor (Under 18)
Dollar Limit on Parents’ Liability: $5,000
Liability imposed when child maliciously or willfully destroys property of a person, village, school district, religious or charitable organization, Municipal Corporation, or association

Subrogation by Landlord's Carrier against Tenant

Not clear, look to lease

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