Rhode Island Jury Instruction - 7.7.1 General Instruction - Comparative Negligence Defense

• Category: Federal - Jury Instructions
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-11CF-7-7-1
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form contains sample jury instructions, to be used across the United States. These questions are to be used only as a model, and should be altered to more perfectly fit your own cause of action needs.

Rhode Island Jury Instruction — 7.7.1 GeneraInstructionio— - Comparative Negligence Defense is a crucial component in civil cases where the concept of comparative negligence comes into play. Comparative negligence is a legal doctrine that allows the jury to assign a degree of fault to all parties involved in an accident or incident, including the plaintiff. In Rhode Island, the jury is instructed to consider the comparative negligence defense when determining liability and damages. This instruction guides the jury in determining the degree to which each party contributed to the accident or incident and how it impacts the overall liability and damages awarded. The purpose of this instruction is to ensure fairness and to assign responsibility in proportion to each party's level of fault. It allows the jury to assess the actions or negligence of all parties involved and distribute liability accordingly. Rhode Island Jury Instruction — 7.7.1 GeneraInstructionio— - Comparative Negligence Defense informs the jury that if they find the plaintiff to be partially at fault for their own injuries, the damages awarded will be reduced in proportion to the percentage of fault assigned to the plaintiff. In other words, if the plaintiff is found to be 30% responsible for their injuries, their damages will be reduced by 30%. It is important to note that this instruction may have variations based on the specific circumstances of the case. For instance, there may be different instructions for cases involving multiple defendants, situations where the plaintiff is a minor, or cases where the plaintiff sustained severe injuries. Overall, Rhode Island Jury Instruction — 7.7.1 GeneraInstructionio— - Comparative Negligence Defense is a critical aspect of civil cases in Rhode Island, allowing the jury to fairly assess the role of each party involved and assign liability accordingly. By following this instruction, the jury can make an informed decision that considers the element of comparative negligence to ensure a just outcome.