"When I was injured due to inadequate security at a retail center in Columbus, I felt completely lost. This firm quickly stepped in, investigated the facts, and held the property owner accountable for their negligence. They treated my case with dignity and professionalism, securing a settlement that covered my medical bills and lost wages. I highly recommend them for any crime-related injury on someone else's property."
Injury Due To Broken Windows or Glass Fixtures: Personal Injury Attorneys Protecting the Rights of Individuals throughout The State of Ohio
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Ohio Injury Due To Broken Windows or Glass Fixtures: Personal Injury Lawyers
Experienced Premise Liability Injury Attorney providing Personal Injury representation involving Injury Due To Broken Windows or Glass Fixtures Leading to Lacerations throughout the State of Ohio.
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Ohio Broken Glass Injury Lawyers: Premises Liability for Lacerations
A simple piece of broken glass or a shattered window in a commercial establishment or residential property poses an immediate, severe danger. Lacerations from falling, exposed, or unstable glass fixtures often result in deep cuts, nerve damage, tendon injuries, and permanent scarring. Property owners and landlords have a clear duty of care to inspect and quickly repair broken windows and glass fixtures to prevent these highly foreseeable injuries.
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury due to broken glass on someone else's property in Ohio, you have the right to pursue a Premises Liability claim. Our experienced Personal Injury Attorney team is ready to pursue proving owner negligence and securing maximum compensation for victims of these preventable injuries.
Owner/Landlord Duty Regarding Broken Windows in Ohio
Under Ohio Premises Liability law, property owners owe their invitees (customers, tenants, and business guests) a duty of ordinary care. This duty is breached when the owner knows, or reasonably should know, about a dangerous condition like broken windows or glass fixtures and fails to take reasonable steps to warn of the danger or repair the defect.
We establish the owner's liability by proving notice of the hazard:
- Actual Notice: The owner received direct knowledge—through tenant complaints, employee reports, or maintenance requests—that the window was broken or the glass fixture was cracked/unstable, but failed to make prompt repairs.
- Constructive Notice: The defect (e.g., a cracked plate glass window or a perpetually unrepaired broken pane) existed for such a length of time that the owner should have discovered and fixed it through reasonable inspection.
- Landlord Liability (R.C. § 5321.04): For rental properties, the landlord has a statutory duty to keep the premises in a fit and habitable condition and comply with safety codes. An unrepaired broken window that compromises safety is a direct breach of Ohio Revised Code § 5321.04.
- Improper Glass Type: We investigate if the owner violated building codes by failing to use required safety glass or tempered glass in high-risk areas (like near doors or on railings), making the resulting breakage more dangerous.
Proving Causation: Glass Lacerations and Injuries
Injuries from broken glass are often complex, resulting in severe lacerations that may cut deep into muscle, tendons, and nerves, leading to long-term impairment. We work quickly to link the property owner's negligence to your specific injury:
- Documentation: We secure photos of the broken window or fixture before it is repaired or cleaned, establishing the size, placement, and nature of the hazard.
- Medical Records: We use detailed surgical and medical reports to document the severity of the lacerations, the depth of the cuts, and any damage to underlying structures, such as severed tendons or nerve damage.
- Witness Testimony: We interview witnesses to prove the glass was broken prior to your injury and that the owner had notice of the condition.
We are prepared to counter the defense's argument that the condition was open and obvious by showing that the specific circumstances—like poor lighting, obscured view, or unexpected falling glass—made the danger unavoidable (attendant circumstances).
Damages and Ohio's Statute of Limitations (R.C. 2305.10)
Severe lacerations require immediate medical intervention and often necessitate painful physical and occupational therapy. Our firm fights to recover maximum compensation for all damages resulting from the owner's negligence:
- Emergency Medical Bills and Surgery Costs
- Future Medical Treatment, including Scar Revision Surgery
- Lost Wages, Future Loss of Income, and Loss of Function
- Compensation for Pain and Suffering and Emotional Distress
- Damages for Permanent Scarring and Disfigurement
The statute of limitations for a Personal Injury lawsuit in Ohio (R.C. § 2305.10) is generally two years from the date of the injury. It is vital to contact an attorney immediately, as the evidence (the broken glass itself) is often quickly cleaned up and destroyed, jeopardizing your ability to prove the claim.
Contact Our Ohio Personal Injury Attorneys Today
If you or a loved one suffered severe lacerations due to broken windows or negligent glass fixtures on another's property, contact our legal team for a confidential case evaluation.
Call TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297 today to schedule your Free Consultation.
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Office:
5000 Arlington Centre Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43220
Call: TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297
What Our Clients Say
After prolonged exposure to toxic mold at my workplace, I started experiencing severe health issues. Proving the connection to the business's negligence felt impossible until I hired this firm. They were brilliant, connecting my health problems to the landlord's failure to address water damage. They gave me my health and my life back by securing a significant settlement. For mold-related injury cases, they are unparalleled."
"My accident at a poorly maintained apartment complex pool in Dayton was terrifying. I suffered a serious head injury. This law firm was incredible; they immediately started investigating the pool's safety records and maintenance log. Their work resulted in a successful claim against the property management. If you've been injured at a pool in Ohio, you want this firm on your side."
"The defective stairs at a restaurant in Toledo caused a significant knee injury. The property owner initially refused to pay, but this firm took on the challenge. They brought in experts to show the code violations and built an undeniable case. Thanks to their legal expertise, I received a fair settlement that allows me to focus on my recovery. They truly excel with cases involving unsafe property conditions."
"My child was tragically bitten by a dog at a neighbor's property in Akron. Navigating the aftermath and dealing with the owners was incredibly stressful. The team at this law firm was compassionate yet fiercely effective. They understood Ohio's dog bite laws thoroughly and fought to ensure my child received the necessary medical care and compensation for their trauma. They are the best dog bite attorneys in the state."
"I had a terrible slip and fall accident on a wet floor at a grocery store in Cincinnati that led to a serious fracture. The store tried to deny responsibility, but this firm's meticulous preparation and dedication proved the store's negligence. They were communicative throughout the entire process, making a stressful situation much easier to handle. Choose them if you need a top-notch slip and fall lawyer."
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