Ohio § 3701.249
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3701.249, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3701.249.
(A) As used in this section, “ employer ” and “ employee ” have the same meanings as in section 4112.01 of the Revised Code . (B) The employer of a person with HIV infection is immune from liability to any person
in a civil action for damages for injury, death, or loss to person or property on
a claim arising out of transmission of the human immunodeficiency virus from the infected
employee to another employee or to any other person, unless the transmission occurs
as a result of the reckless conduct of the employer. (C) An employer is immune from liability to an employee on a claim asserted under any
provision of the Revised Code or in a civil action for damages for injury, death,
or loss to person or property if the claim arises from an illness or injury to the
employee that is stress-related and results from the employee being required to work
with an individual who has received a positive result on an HIV test or has been diagnosed
as having AIDS or an AIDS-related condition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3701.249
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3701.249 cover?
Section 3701.249 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 3701.249?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 3701.249" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 3701.249 apply to my situation?
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