Comparative Fault: H.B. 2002 (2015)

West Virginia

Predicates actions for damages upon comparative fault principles.  Abolishes joint liability and implement several liability and provides that the fault of a nonparty may be considered if the plaintiff entered into a settlement agreement with the nonparty or if the defendant party gives notice no later than 180 days before the trial date that a nonparty was wholly or partially at fault.

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