In New Jersey, you may still be able to recover damages even if you were partially at fault for the truck accident. New Jersey follows the doctrine of comparative negligence, which means that each party involved in an accident can be assigned a percentage of fault for the accident based on their actions.
Under comparative negligence, your damages award will be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to you. For example, if you were found to be 30% at fault for the accident and your damages were calculated to be $100,000, your damages award would be reduced to $70,000.
It’s important to note that in New Jersey, if you are found to be more than 50% at fault for the accident, you may not be able to recover any damages at all.
If you were partially at fault for a truck accident in New Jersey, it’s important to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney who can help you understand your legal rights and options. An attorney can work to minimize the percentage of fault assigned to you and help you pursue the maximum compensation available for your injuries and damages.
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