Why Are Innocent Drivers Often Assigned Fault for Crashes?
Auto AccidentAlthough getting compensation after a crash is possible if you’re ruled partially (but less than 51%) at fault for it, getting maximum compensation requires being assigned 0% fault. That’s because Ohio’s comparative negligence system reduces settlements by the percentage of fault assigned. In other words, at 20% fault, a $10,000 settlement becomes an $8,000 settlement. […]