Ohio Defective Product Law - Causes of Action

Ohio plaintiffs interested in pursuing an Ohio products liability case have three potential causes of action:  

1. Negligence

2. Contract

3. Strict liability in tort

To establish actionable negligence, a plaintiff must show the existence of a duty, a breach of the duty, and an injury resulting proximately from this breached duty.

In order for an Ohio plaintiff to recover on the basis of strict liability in tort, he/she must allege and prove the following: that a defect existed in the product manufactured or sold by the defendant; the defect existed at the time the product left the defendant’s hands; the defect was the proximate cause of the of the plaintiff’s injury.  This applies to defects in both design and manufacture.

Ohio defective product law is complex.  Therefore, if you or a loved one was injured by a defective product in Ohio, it is wise to consult with a dedicated Ohio porduct liability lawyer. Please submit a free, simple, confidential consultation form now.

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