Why Has the Contributory Negligence Defense Been Replaced with a Comparative

question 57

Multiple Choice

Why has the contributory negligence defense been replaced with a comparative negligence theory in most states?

• A) In order to assist a defendant in defending against unfounded claims.
• B) In order to assist a plaintiff in avoiding the assumption of the risk doctrine.
• C) In order to assist a defendant in avoiding the assumption of the risk doctrine.
• D) Because of situations in which a plaintiff is barred from recovery due to minimal contributory negligence.
• E) Because of situations in which a defendant is released from liability based on the last clear chance doctrine when equity requires that the defendant bear at least some responsibility.

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