Ohio § 2125.04

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2125.04, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2125.04.

In every civil action for wrongful death that is commenced or attempted to be commenced

within the time specified by division (F)(1) or (F)(2)(c), (d), (e), (f), or (g) of

section 2125.02 of the Revised Code, if a judgment for the plaintiff is reversed or

the plaintiff fails otherwise than upon the merits, the plaintiff or, if the plaintiff

dies and the cause of action survives, the personal representative of the plaintiff

may commence a new civil action for wrongful death within one year after the date

of the reversal of the judgment or the plaintiff's failure otherwise than upon the

merits or within the period specified by any of those divisions, whichever occurs

later.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2125.04

What does Ohio Revised Code § 2125.04 cover?

Section 2125.04 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 § 2125.04?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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How does Ohio § 2125.04 apply to my situation?

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