Coase-Sandor Working Paper Series in Law and Economics
Publication Date
2008
Publication Title
Law & Economics Working Papers
Abstract
This Article calls for the recognition of a comparative fault defense in contract law. Part I sets the framework for this defense and suggests the situations in which it should apply. These situations are sorted under two headings: cases of non-cooperation and overreliance. Part II unfolds the main argument for recognizing the defense. It recommends applying the defense only in cases where cooperation or avoidance of over-reliance is low-cost.
Number
436
Recommended Citation
Ariel Porat, "A Comparative Fault Defense in Contract Law" (John M. Olin Program in Law and Economics Working Paper No. 436, 2008).
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