Steve was involved in an auto accident.Both drivers were partially at fault for the accident.Steve's actual damages were $50,000.He was judged to be 60 percent at fault.If Steve's state has a 51 percent rule for comparative negligence,how much will Steve collect?
A)$0
B)$20,000
C)$30,000
D)$50,000

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Since Steve was judged to be 60 percent at fault and his state follows the 51 percent rule for comparative negligence, he cannot recover any damages because he was more than 50 percent at fault.

Steve Was Involved in an Auto Accident