Fact pattern 9-2
Blake lives in a jurisdiction that applies joint and several liability along with the doctrine of contribution.He was involved in a very unfortunate motor vehicle accident.Tony hit his new Mercedes in the rear just as Cathy crossed the center line and sideswiped him.Blake's car was severely damaged,and Blake suffered from whiplash for a few weeks.Blake sued both Tony and Cathy.It was determined at trial that both Tony and Cathy were negligent,that Blake was not negligent,that Tony was 60% responsible for Blake's injuries,that Cathy was 40% responsible for Blake's injuries,and that Blake's total damages were $100,000.
-Refer to fact pattern 9-2.Assume Blake or his insurer pays the entire amount and then attempts to recoup amounts from Cathy.Could Cathy be held liable for any amounts?
A) Yes,she could be required to pay one-half the judgment.
B) Yes,she could be required to pay $40,000.
C) Yes,she could be required to pay $60,000
D) No,she could not be legally required to pay any amounts.
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