South Carolina § 15-38-30 - Factors determining pro rata liability of tortfeasors.
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§ 15-38-30. Factors determining pro rata liability of tortfeasors.
In determining the pro rata shares of tortfeasors in the entire liability (1) their relative degrees of fault shall not be considered; (2) if equity requires, the collective liability of some as a group shall constitute a single share; and (3) principles of equity applicable to contribution generally shall apply.
HISTORY: 1988 Act No. 432, SECTION 5.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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