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.
S.C. Code Ann. § 15-38-30
Factors determining pro rata liability of tortfeasors
Known as the Uniform Contribution Among Tortfeasors Act
The act spans §§ 15-38-10 to 15-38-70 (9 sections).
Applied in 3 court decisions — leading case Branham v. Ford Motor Co. (2010)
Most recently applied in Branham v. Ford Motor Co. (August 2010)
1988 Act No. 432, SECTION 5.
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