Car Accident Lawsuits Modified comparative negligence Modified comparative negligence rules in car accidents allows partial reimbursement of damages, even though the other party is partially to the fault. This concept was created to ensure that the process is equitable for both parties. If a person is partially responsible for an accident, the court can reduce the value of their financial compensation in order to reflect their part in the accident. Pure comparative negligence is also utilized in certain states. It is used to determine who was