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Alabama

Code Section
None

Uniform Act
No

Comparative Negligence
N/A

Contributory Negligence—Limit to Plaintiff’s Recovery
Plaintiff’s negligence is a bar to recovery. Contributory negligence is an affirmative defense. (ARCP, Rule 8(c)) Jackson v. Waller, 410 So.2d 98 (1982)

Judicial Imposition of Comparative Negligence
No

Contribution Among Tortfeasors
No. Gobble v. Bradford, 147 So. 619 (1933); But yes if executed instrument with joint payees or indorsers, §7-3-116


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