Heather Sued Robert for Injuries Suffered in an Automobile Accident

question 21

Multiple Choice

Heather sued Robert for injuries suffered in an automobile accident.Based on the facts presented,the jury concluded that Heather was 40 percent at fault in the accident and Robert was 60 percent at fault.Under the common law doctrine of contributory negligence,the jury should award Heather

• A)nothing.
• B)40 percent of her actual damages.
• C)60 percent of her actual damages.
• D)100 percent of her actual damages.

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