Car Accident Lawsuits Modified comparative negligence Modified comparative negligence rules in car accidents allows partial reimbursement of damages even though the other party was partly to the fault. This concept was developed to ensure that the process is fair for both sides. A court can limit the amount of financial compensation payable if a person is partially responsible for the accident in order to reflect their role. In some states, pure comparative negligence can also be applied. It is applied to determine who's actions were more at