| − | '''Contributory negligence''' is a defence at law under which a negligent act of a [[plaintiff]], which contributes to the injury complained of, may act as a partial or total bar to recovery. [[category:legal terms]] | + | '''Contributory negligence''' is a defence at law under which a negligent act of a [[plaintiff]], which contributes to the injury complained of, may act as a partial or total bar to recovery. [[Category:Legal Terms]] |