Montana HB303 revises the law on apportionment of fault in negligence cases.
Montana HB303 amends the law regarding apportionment of fault in negligence cases. It clarifies that a party may argue a nonparty is the sole cause of injuries without seeking apportionment. The bill specifies that a defendant must notify a settled or released person if they seek to apportion fault. It also outlines procedures for contribution among liable parties and limits the liability of parties found to be 50% or less negligent. The changes apply to verdict forms and the apportionment process in lawsuits.
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