Which of the Following Describes the Theory of Joint and Several

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the theory of joint and several liability?

• A) When multiple defendants act together to injure the plaintiff, all defendants are liable for the harm.
• B) But for the defendant's actions, the plaintiff's injury would not have happened.
• C) When multiple defendants combine to injure the plaintiff, a single defendant is liable if his or her actions were a substantial factor in producing the harm.
• D) None of these choices.

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