Last Clear Chance Rule

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Last Clear Chance Rule?

A tort doctrine that applies to a determination of negligence. A negligent plaintiff can nonetheless recover if he is able to show that the defendant had the last clear opportunity to avoid the accident.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Torts terms:

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