North Dakota at a Glance
Costs and Compensation of the U.S. Tort System - State Details
1.47%
Tort Costs as % of State GDP
$2516
Tort Costs per Household ($)
North Dakota is ranked #6 in the 2019 Lawsuit Climate Survey
In 2019, North Dakota moved up 11 spots, reaching its best ranking this decade. In the category of “Damages,” it saw the largest drop, from #17 to #30, but in “Scientific and Technical Evidence,” it rose from #30 to #2.