What happens if a plaintiff is found negligent in a comparative negligence jurisdiction?

In a comparative negligence jurisdiction, the rule allows a plaintiff to recover damages even if they are found to be partially at fault for the incident that caused their injuries. The critical concept here is the proportionality of fault. If the plaintiff is deemed negligent, the amount they can recover is typically reduced by their percentage of fault. For instance, if a jury finds that the plaintiff was 30% responsible for the accident, they can still recover damages from the defendant, but the total recovery would be reduced by that 30%. This system promotes fairness by allowing recovery based on the degree of responsibility each party bears for the incident, contrary to systems where a plaintiff's negligence might completely bar recovery.