In other words, there is joint and several liability for claims, regardless of whether the claim flows from negligence or from an excluded act (see below regarding lawyer conduct). (practicepro.ca)
Provides for modified joint and several liability in medical malpractice cases so that liability is several among defendants who go to trial, but does not take into account settling defendant's liability. (atra.org)
In states with several liability laws, the defendant is only liable for his or her percentage of fault. (wisciviljusticecouncil.org)