Burden of Proof
In some jurisdictions, the defendant has to prove the negligence of a plaintiff or claimant. In others, the burden of proof is on a plaintiff to disprove his or her own negligence. The tortfeasor may still be held liable, if he or she had the last clear chance to prevent the injury (the last clear chance doctrine).
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