Even though contributory negligence is proven by a defendant in a state in which it acts as a complete bar to recovery,the plaintiff may still recover if the defendant had the last clear chance to avoid the injury but did not avail himself of the chance.

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This is known as the "last clear chance" doctrine, which allows the plaintiff to recover even if they were partially at fault if the defendant had the last opportunity to avoid the harm and failed to do so.

Even Though Contributory Negligence Is Proven by a Defendant in a State