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How does modified comparative negligence affect my car accident claim in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, modified comparative negligence allows you to seek recovery for damages (injuries or losses caused due to the other party’s carelessness) in a car accident claim as long as your fault is 50% or less. However, your potential awarded compensation would be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you. A plaintiff deemed 51% responsible or higher would not be eligible for compensation.

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