Marion ran a red light,colliding with Amand's vehicle.Amand had consumed four beers before getting behind the wheel.He suffered two broken legs in the accident and missed work for 14 months.Marion filed a defence seeking to reduce the amount of any damage award made against her.What would the court need evidence of in order to accept Marion's defence?
A) joint tort-feasors
B) contributory negligence
C) vicarious liability
D) intentional tort

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The court would need evidence of contributory negligence, which means that Amand also contributed to the accident and his injuries by driving under the influence of alcohol. This could potentially reduce the amount of damages Marion would have to pay.

Marion Ran a Red Light,colliding with Amand's Vehicle