Comparative Negligence state is one that abides by the rule that if you were in any way responsible for the accident, the amount of compensation you are eligible to receive will be diminished according the percentage of responsibility you had in causing the accident. For example, if you were found to be 10% responsible for your accident, the amount of compensation you are eligible to receive will be reduced by 10%. In addition, if you are found to be more than 50% responsible for your car accident, you are not eligible to receive compensation in court for damages (West Virginia Code § 55-7-13c).