If a plaintiff is found to be comparatively negligent in a tort suit, the plaintiff will recover no money from the defendant.

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In most cases, the plaintiff can still recover money from the defendant even if they are found to be comparatively negligent. However, the damages awarded to the plaintiff may be reduced by the percentage of their own negligence. This is known as the rule of comparative negligence.

If a Plaintiff Is Found to Be Comparatively Negligent in a Tort