Proposition 51 and Tort Joint & Several Liability

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According to the Code of Civil Procedure, which section discusses the right of contribution among joint judgment debtors in tort actions?

CCP 875

What has Prop 51 modified in California's personal injury law?

The rules around joint and several liability

When can the right of contribution be enforced according to CCP 875?

After one tortfeasor has paid more than his pro rata share

What is the purpose of Prop 51 in California's personal injury law?

To ensure that plaintiffs can recover their economic damages in full

What did the California law search yield in relation to Prop 51?

The principles of joint and several liability

The principles of joint and ______ liability are addressed in the Code of Civil Procedure

several

CCP 875 discusses the right of ______ among joint judgment debtors in tort actions

contribution

Prop 51 has reshaped the landscape of personal injury law in California by modifying the rules around joint and ______ liability

several

Prop 51 has modified the rules around joint and several liability in California's personal injury law.

True

The right of contribution can only be enforced after one tortfeasor has paid more than his pro rata share of the joint judgment.

True

Prop 51 ensures that plaintiffs can recover their economic damages in full in California's personal injury cases.

True

Test your knowledge about Proposition 51 and its impact on tort joint and several liability in California. Learn about the Fair Responsibility Act of 1986 and how it changed the rules for personal injury cases. Explore the key aspects and implications of Prop 51 in this informative quiz.

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