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Washington Negligence Laws
Explanation of Terms in Negligence Laws Chart
| Code Section | 4.22.005 to 925 |
| Comparative Negligence | Contributory fault diminishes proportionately the amount of damages, but does not bar recovery. |
| Contributory Negligence-Limit to Plaintiff's Recovery | - |
| Contribution Among Tortfeasors | Yes; §4.22.040 |
| Uniform Act | Yes; 4.22.005 to 925 |
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