"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."
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Ohio Premise Liability Personal Injury Lawyers
Experienced Premise Liability Injury Attorney providing Personal Injury representation involving Injury at a business or private entity throughout the State of Ohio.
Call TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297 today to schedule a Free Consultation with on of our Premise Liability Personal Injury Attorneys.
Ohio Premises Liability Lawyers: Injury Claims Against Negligent Owners
A property owner’s failure to maintain safe conditions—whether on a playground, an apartment complex, or in a restaurant—can lead to catastrophic and life-altering injuries. Premises Liability is the area of law that holds property owners, managers, and businesses accountable when their negligence in upkeep or security causes foreseeable harm to visitors or tenants.
Our experienced Personal Injury Attorney team handles complicated liability cases across Ohio. We meticulously investigate the breach of the owner's duty of care, from analyzing maintenance logs to reviewing code compliance, fighting aggressively to secure maximum compensation under the Ohio Revised Code for victims of negligence.
Owner's Duty of Care and Negligence Under Ohio Law
In Ohio, the core of a Premises Liability claim lies in proving that the property owner violated their legal obligation (duty of care) to maintain a reasonably safe premises. This duty requires owners to:
- Inspect the property for hazards regularly.
- Repair or warn visitors about dangerous conditions they know about or reasonably should know about.
When an owner violates a specific safety statute (like a building code), it often establishes negligence per se, making it easier to prove fault.
Key Premises Liability Injuries We Handle
Our firm handles a diverse range of injuries stemming from property owner negligence across commercial, public, and private spaces:
1. Injuries from Defective Playground Equipment
Owners of public parks, schools, and apartment complexes have a high duty of care to maintain playgrounds. We pursue claims for injuries caused by defective playground equipment, such as broken slides, rusted swings, inadequate protective surfacing (e.g., wood chips or rubber mats), or failure to meet CPSC safety guidelines. Children's injuries often include fractures, concussions, and head trauma.
2. Injuries in Amusement Parks and Attractions
Accidents at fairs, water parks, and amusement parks often involve failures of mechanical integrity. Under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 993 (Amusement Ride Safety), park operators are strictly required to ensure poorly maintained rides are taken out of service, inspected, and repaired. Liability can stem from operator error, defective safety restraints, or mechanical failures due to neglect.
3. Food Poisoning in Restaurants
While often a Product Liability matter (the food product was defective), severe food poisoning also involves Premises Liability when it results from unsanitary conditions, such as cross-contamination in the kitchen or the owner's failure to enforce strict hygiene standards required by the Ohio Uniform Food Safety Code (OAC 3717-1). We seek compensation for severe illness, hospitalization, and long-term complications (e.g., organ damage).
4. Failure to Install Required Safety Features
Injuries caused by a property owner's non-compliance with the Ohio Building Code (OBC) are examples of direct negligence. We handle severe injury claims resulting from the failure to install safety features, including:
- Missing or inadequate guardrails on balconies, decks, or stairwells.
- Non-functional or absent emergency lighting in hallways and egress routes.
Protecting Your Rights: Ohio's Statute of Limitations (R.C. 2305.10)
Victims of Premises Liability accidents in Ohio must act quickly. The statute of limitations for a Personal Injury lawsuit is generally two years from the date of the injury (R.C. § 2305.10). Immediate legal action is necessary to ensure we can secure time-sensitive evidence, such as inspection reports, maintenance logs, and surveillance footage, before the property owner can alter the scene or destroy records.
Contact Our Ohio Personal Injury Attorneys Today
If you or a loved one suffered a severe injury due to a property owner’s negligence, you need legal counsel that understands the complexities of Ohio Premises Liability law.
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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