Ohio § 4965.54
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4965.54, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4965.54.
Any common carrier, railroad, or motor carrier receiving property at a point within
this state for transportation to a point within this state, shall issue a receipt
or bill of lading for such property and is liable to the lawful holder of it for any
loss, damage, or injury to such property caused by it or by any common carrier, railroad,
or transportation company to which such property is delivered or over whose line such
property passes. No contract, receipt, rule, or regulation shall exempt such common carrier, railroad,
or motor carrier from the liability imposed by this section. This section does not deprive any holder of such receipt or bill of lading of any
remedy or right of action which the holder has under existing law. The common carrier, railroad, or motor carrier issuing such receipt or bill of lading
may recover from the common carrier, railroad, or motor carrier on whose line the
loss, damage, or injury was sustained the amount of such loss, damage, or injury it
is required to pay the owners of such property as is evidenced by any receipt, judgment,
or transcript thereof. As used in this section, “motor carrier” has the same meaning as in section 4923.01 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4965.54
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4965.54 cover?
Section 4965.54 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 § 4965.54?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4965.54" (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 § 4965.54 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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