Ohio § 2307.96
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2307.96, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2307.96.
(A) If a plaintiff in a tort action alleges any injury or loss to person resulting from
exposure to asbestos as a result of the tortious act of one or more defendants, in
order to maintain a cause of action against any of those defendants based on that
injury or loss, the plaintiff must prove that the conduct of that particular defendant
was a substantial factor in causing the injury or loss on which the cause of action
is based. (B) A plaintiff in a tort action who alleges any injury or loss to person resulting from
exposure to asbestos has the burden of proving that the plaintiff was exposed to asbestos
that was manufactured, supplied, installed, or used by the defendant in the action
and that the plaintiff's exposure to the defendant's asbestos was a substantial factor
in causing the plaintiff's injury or loss. In determining whether exposure to a particular defendant's asbestos was a substantial
factor in causing the plaintiff's injury or loss, the trier of fact in the action
shall consider, without limitation, all of the following: (1) The manner in which the plaintiff was exposed to the defendant's asbestos; (2) The proximity of the defendant's asbestos to the plaintiff when the exposure to the
defendant's asbestos occurred; (3) The frequency and length of the plaintiff's exposure to the defendant's asbestos; (4) Any factors that mitigated or enhanced the plaintiff's exposure to asbestos. (C) This section applies only to tort actions that allege any injury or loss to person
resulting from exposure to asbestos and that are brought on or after the effective
date of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2307.96
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2307.96 cover?
Section 2307.96 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 § 2307.96?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2307.96" (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 § 2307.96 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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