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Connecticut Comparative Fault Rule and Reduced Damages Calculation

Under Connecticut’s comparative fault rule, a plaintiff’s damages are reduced by their own percentage of negligence, and they cannot recover if that percentage reaches a certain threshold set by statute. The governing authority is Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h, which allocates damages based on each party’s share of fault. The court or jury determines these percentages, and the plaintiff’s recovery is reduced accordingly. Specific factors and exceptions for this calculation are provided in the statute. The official source at the link below contains the exact details. The worked example on this page demonstrates the formula, and the calculator can estimate your own result using your specific inputs.

Governing authority

In Connecticut, the damages allocation rule is set by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h. The verified packet cites Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h (https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_925.htm#sec_52-572h).

Connecticut damages allocation: governed by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h. The verified packet cites Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h (https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_925.htm#sec_52-572h).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the damages allocation calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.