How Damages Allocation rules vary in Washington

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Published August 25, 2025 • Updated May 16, 2026 • By DocketMath Team

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Washington comparative fault rule

The controlling primary authority for US-WA damages allocation authority (RCW 4.22.005) is 4.22.005.

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US-WA damages allocation controlling authority under RCW 4.22.005.

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Sources

4.22.005 — RCW 4.22.005

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