Bailment is a legal relationship wherein a person (the “bailor”) transfers physical possession of personal property to another person or entity (the "bailee"). Only possession, not ownership, is transferred.
Types of Evidence
In civil court cases, evidence is presented to support or refute claims made by the parties involved. Several types of evidence can be introduced in civil court proceedings, including: Testimonial Evidence: This is evidence provided by witnesses who testify under oath about what they know or observed related to the...
Who is the Supplier
It is important to know who is the Supplier because Ohio Revised Code 2307.78 establishes the liability of a Supplier in product liability claims.
Assured Clear Distance Statute
The assured clear distance ahead for any driver changes in every instance due to conditions, surrounding vehicles, and a host of other factors.
The Lien Statute of Limitations Law for Ohio Explained
A lien is a legal claim that a creditor has on a property or asset of a debtor. Some common types of liens that we work in subrogation are a judgment lien, mechanics lien, and a mortgage lien.
Recreational User Statute
Ohio’s Recreational User Statute, codified in Ohio Revised Code section 1533.181, provides immunity to landowners who permit others to hunt, fish, snowmobile, or conduct other recreational activities on their property.
SR-22 Bonds and Recovering Payments
In situations where a policy exclusion may apply, but payment has to be made due to the SR-22 bond, an insurer can seek reimbursement from its insured.
Comparative Negligence and Comparative Fault
Comparative negligence is a legal doctrine that assigns a percentage of fault to each party involved in a legal matter. The doctrine applies when multiple parties contribute to causing an injury or loss and may have partial responsibility for the outcome of the injury or loss.
What Is a Political Subdivision
A political subdivision is a local government entity created by the state to achieve its obligations. Still, the general rule for the definition is broad and includes every political body responsible for governmental activities in a geographic area smaller than that of the state. Examples include cities, counties, villages, towns,...
Ohio Negligent Entrustment
Under Ohio’s negligent entrustment statute, codified at Revised Code Section 4511.203, the owner of a motor vehicle may face both criminal penalties and civil liability when he or she entrusts a vehicle to another when the owner knows or reasonably should know...