Question

Peter crossed the street at a crosswalk without looking for oncoming traffic. He was struck first by a car driven by Abel and then by a car driven by Baker. Peter sued Abel and Baker for negligence. The jury determined that Peter was 60% at fault, Abel 30% and Baker 10%. The jury also determined that Peter suffered damages of $100,000. Abel is insolvent. In a contributory negligence jurisdiction, how much can Peter collect from Baker

Answer 1

Answer: Nothing

Explanation:

A contributory negligence state, simply states that in a situation whereby a plaintiff is negligent and thereby contributes to a particular accident, he or she will in this case be barred from recovering.

Since Peter crossed the street at a crosswalk without looking for oncoming traffic, Peter would collect nothing from Baker.