Most States Have Replaced Comparative Negligence with Contributory Negligence

question 18

True/False

Most states have replaced comparative negligence with contributory negligence.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Negativism

An aggressive mechanism in which a person responds with pessimism to any attempt at solving a problem.

Pessimism

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen; a lack of hope or confidence in the future.

Interpersonal Conflict

A situation in which individuals or groups have incompatible goals, needs, or interests, leading to disagreement or dispute.