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46 U.S.C. § 30304. — Contributory negligence · Congress.wiki

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46 U.S.C. § 30304.Chapter 303

§ 30304

Contributory negligence

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In an action under this chapter, contributory negligence of the decedent is not a bar to recovery. The court shall consider the degree of negligence of the decedent and reduce the recovery accordingly.

Release: pl-119-73 (2026-01-23)