Foster is suing Geraldine and they are in a contributory negligence state. Foster's total injuries are $100,000, and the jury finds that he was 5% at fault in the incident. How much money will Foster be entitled to collect?
A) $100,000
B) $95,000
C) $0
D) $90,000

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In a contributory negligence state, if the plaintiff (Foster) is found to be at all at fault, even just 5%, he is barred from recovering any damages. Therefore, Foster would be entitled to collect $0.

Foster Is Suing Geraldine and They Are in a Contributory