Baxley Maniscalco Attorneys At Law
In the state of Alabama, contributory negligence is a legal doctrine that can be used to eliminate damages in a personal injury case if the plaintiff (the injured party) is found to have contributed to their own injuries.
Under Alabama's contributory negligence doctrine, if the plaintiff's actions or failure to act contributed to the accident or their own injuries, they may be barred from recovering damages from the defendant (the party being sued).
This means that if the plaintiff is found to be even 1% at fault for the accident, they may be unable to recover damages from the defendant.
For example, if the plaintiff was texting while driving and was in an accident, they may be found to be contributorily negligent and barred from recovering damages from the defendant.
The doctrine of contributory negligence is not used in all states. Some states follow the doctrine of comparative negligence, which allows the plaintiff to recover damages from the defendant even if they are partially at fault for the accident, as long as their fault is not greater than the defendant's.
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Don't let Alabama's contributory negligence doctrine prevent you from receiving your rightful compensation. If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, you need experienced legal representation to navigate the complexities of the law and fight for your rights.
At Baxley Maniscalco, we understand the challenges that injury victims face, especially in states like Alabama with strict contributory negligence laws. Our team of skilled attorneys is here to provide the aggressive advocacy and personalized attention you deserve.
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