27-1-706. (Effective on occurrence of contingency) Effect of a release or covenant not to sue.
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27-1-706 . (Effective on occurrence of contingency) Effect of a release or covenant not to sue. A release or covenant not to sue given to one of two or more persons potentially liable in tort for the same injury, death, damage, or loss:
(1)does not discharge any of the other persons from liability for the person's several pro rata share of liability unless the terms of the release or covenant provide for a discharge of liability;
(2)reduces the aggregate claim against the other persons to the extent of any percentage of fault found by the trier of fact under 27-1-705 to be attributable to the person to whom the release or covenant was given; and
(3)discharges the person to whom it was given from all liability for contribution.