California’s personal injury laws include a pure comparative fault rule. This rule applies to any case in which a plaintiff is found partially liable for the damages cited in the claim. The plaintiff may still recover compensation, but they will lose a percentage of their total case award to reflect their shared fault. For example, if you are found 25% at fault in a $500,000 case, this would mean losing $125,000 of your case award. A good attorney is your most valuable asset when it comes to minimizing the percentage of fault you bear for a personal injury.