Ohio § 4963.37
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4963.37, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4963.37.
Every company, or the receiver of such company, operating a railroad or a part of
a railroad is liable for all loss or damage by fires originating upon the land belonging
to such company caused by operating such railroad. Such company or receiver is liable for all loss or damage by fires originating on
lands adjacent to its land caused in whole or part by sparks from an engine passing
over such railroad, and the exercise by such company or receiver of due care in equipping
and operating such engine does not exempt such company or receiver from such liability,
which may be recovered before any court of competent jurisdiction within the county
in which the lands on which such loss or damage occurs are situated. The existence of fires upon the railroad company's land is prima-facie evidence that
they are caused by operating such railroad. This section does not invalidate or prohibit contracts of such company or receiver
by which such company or receiver is indemnified against such loss or damage by fire
or released from liability for such loss or damage.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4963.37
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4963.37 cover?
Section 4963.37 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 § 4963.37?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 4963.37 apply to my situation?
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