In Ohio, businesses have a duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for their customers and to take reasonable steps to remedy known dangerous conditions. These duties include inspecting the premises for hazards and warning customers of potential dangers.
In order to establish liability for a slip and fall accident, the injured party must prove that a dangerous condition existed on the business's property, that the business knew or should have known about the condition, and that the business failed to take reasonable steps to remedy the danger or warn customers.
If a business is found to be negligent in its duty to keep its premises safe, it can be held liable for any damages suffered by the injured party, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
It is important to note, however, that Ohio follows the comparative negligence doctrine, which means that if the injured party is found to have contributed to their own injury, their damages will be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to them. For example, if the injured party was not paying attention and failed to see a warning sign about a wet floor, they may be found partially at fault for their own injuries.
While Ohio law does not require businesses to provide insurance coverage for slip and fall accidents, it is often a good idea for businesses to obtain liability insurance in order to protect against potential lawsuits.
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident on a business's premises, it is important to seek medical attention and document the incident as thoroughly as possible. You should also consider consulting with an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your legal options and to determine whether you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
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