contributory negligence

Meaning of word contributory negligence from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : (law) behavior by the plaintiff that contributes to the harm resulting from the defendant's negligence.

Example : In common law any degree of contributory negligence would bar the plaintiff from collecting damages.

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