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What is contributory negligence or comparative responsibility and how does it affect my injury claim?

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What is contributory negligence or comparative responsibility and how does it affect my injury claim?

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These terms refer to a legal rule that says the value of your claim can be decreased by any negligence on your part. For example, if a jury finds the auto driver is 80% at fault and you are 20% at fault and you are awarded $100 for your injuries, the Court will reduce this award to $80 because you were 20% negligent. You cannot recover compensation for your negligence and part in causing the accident.