This affirmative defense is used when the plaintiff's actions or lack of actions cause the injury.

Name: This affirmative defense is used when the plaintiff's actions or lack of actions cause the injury.
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With contributory negligence, the plaintiff's actions or lack of actions caused the injury. In other words, had the plaintiff used ordinary care, the injury would not have occurred. The plaintiff's carelessness (e.g., ignoring warnings or safety rules, inattention) caused the injury.

This Affirmative Defense Is Used When the Plaintiff's Actions or Lack