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Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault?
Many people give up because they think shared blame ends the claim.
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Yes. California follows pure comparative negligence: your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, not eliminated. If you're found 20% at fault, you can still recover 80% of your damages. Fault percentages are often negotiable — avoid admitting fault to adjusters before the facts are established.
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