"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 Hazardous Material Storage Lawyers: Premises Liability for Chemical Injury
The improper storage of hazardous materials—including corrosive chemicals, flammable liquids, biological waste, or industrial solvents—creates an imminent danger to anyone visiting or working on a commercial or industrial property. Property owners have a strict legal duty of care to adhere to complex state and federal regulations for hazardous material storage. When they fail to do so, resulting in leaks, spills, toxic fumes, or fires, they are negligent and liable for severe injuries, including chemical burns, respiratory damage, and wrongful death.
If you or a loved one suffered serious injury due to improperly stored hazardous materials on a negligent property in Ohio, you need an attorney with specialized knowledge. Our experienced Personal Injury Attorney team handles complex Premises Liability and toxic exposure claims, aggressively fighting to hold owners and businesses accountable under the Ohio Revised Code and regulatory standards.
Owner Liability for Hazardous Material Violations Under Ohio Law
Ohio property owners and operators must comply with several safety regulations regarding hazardous materials, including those set by the Ohio EPA, the Ohio Fire Code (OAC 1301:7-7), and federal OSHA standards. Failure to comply with these rules constitutes a breach of the legal duty of care.
Regulatory Violations Establishing Negligence
Liability is often proven by documenting failures related to the safe handling and improper storage of hazardous materials, such as:
- Incompatible Storage: Storing materials that dangerously react with each other (e.g., acids and bases, or oxidizers and flammables) in close proximity, leading to toxic releases or fires.
- Lack of Containment: Failing to use secondary containment systems (such as berms or spill pallets) to capture leaks or spills, allowing contaminants to spread across floors or enter drains.
- Improper Labeling & Documentation: Failing to label containers clearly or neglecting to maintain required Safety Data Sheets (SDS), preventing safe handling or emergency response.
- Ventilation Failure: Storing materials that produce toxic fumes without proper ventilation, leading to airborne exposure risks.
Landlord Duty to Tenants (R.C. § 5321.04)
While often industrial, contamination can occur in residential settings. Landlords must keep the premises in a safe and habitable condition. The presence of improperly stored hazardous materials that pose a foreseeable risk to tenants is a breach of this statutory duty, which can lead to negligence per se.
Proving Causation: Exposure from Improper Storage Caused Injury
Proving a Premises Liability claim for hazardous materials requires linking the owner's storage negligence directly to the victim's specific medical injury. Our firm relies on specialized experts to build this causal connection:
- Industrial Hygiene Audit: Experts audit the storage facility, ventilation systems, and spill logs to document the exact safety standard violations.
- Toxicological Analysis: Identifying the specific chemical involved and working with toxicologists to prove that the exposure (via inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion) caused the victim's resulting burns, respiratory damage, or systemic illness.
- Documentation of Notice: Establishing that the owner had actual notice (e.g., prior inspection warnings) or constructive notice (the improper storage was obvious) of the dangerous condition but failed to correct it.
Damages and Ohio's Statute of Limitations (R.C. 2305.10)
Injuries from improperly stored hazardous materials are often severe and require extensive, long-term medical care. We fight aggressively for maximum recovery for all resulting damages:
- Emergency Medical Bills, Hospitalization, Treatment for Chemical Burns, and Respiratory Care
- Compensation for Permanent Organ Damage, Neurological Disorders, and Severe Disfigurement
- Lost Wages, Loss of Future Earning Capacity, and Permanent Disability
- Pain and Suffering, Emotional Distress, and Wrongful Death Damages
The statute of limitations for a Personal Injury lawsuit in Ohio (R.C. § 2305.10) is typically two years from the date the injury occurred or was discovered (the Discovery Rule). Immediate investigation is crucial to document the hazardous materials and storage conditions before they are cleaned or altered.
Contact Our Ohio Personal Injury Attorneys Today
If you or a loved one suffered severe injury due to improperly stored hazardous materials on a negligent property, contact us for an immediate and free case review.
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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