Using the Process of Comparative Negligence, a Judge Determines That

question 15

Multiple Choice

Using the process of comparative negligence, a judge determines that the patient contributed 35% to the injury and the physician contributed 65%. Which of the following is the outcome of the case?

• A) No damages would be awarded.
• B) The patient would be given 35% of the damage award.
• C) The patient would be awarded full damages since the percentage is under 50%.
• D) The patient's damage award would be reduced by 35%.
• E) The patient's damage award would be 50% since the percentage is under 50%.

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