California § 783 - If a married person is injured by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of a
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 783 — If a married person is injured by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 783. If a married person is injured by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of a
If a married person is injured by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of a person other than the married personâs spouse, the fact that the negligent or wrongful act or omission of the spouse of the injured person was a concurring cause of the injury is not a defense in an action brought by the injured person to recover damages for the injury except in cases where the concurring negligent or wrongful act or omission would be a defense if the marriage did not exist.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 783
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 783 cover?
Section 783 ("If a married person is injured by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of a") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 783?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 783" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 783 apply to my situation?
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