Understanding Ohio’s Personal Injury Settlement Limits
As reported by Super Lawyers in their article, “What Payout Can I Get in My Ohio Personal Injury Case?”, Ohio law places limits on certain types of damages in personal injury cases. In 2005, state legislators introduced damage caps as part of a broader tort reform effort, aimed at reducing excessive jury awards and frivolous lawsuits. However, these limits can significantly impact the compensation victims receive.
Economic vs. Non-Economic Damages in Ohio
Ohio law does not cap economic damages, meaning victims can recover the full cost of:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Other out-of-pocket costs related to their injury
However, non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life, are subject to limitations. These damages are generally capped at $250,000 or three times the economic damages, up to $350,000, whichever is greater.
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