Understanding Comparative Negligence in Ohio Personal Injury Cases
Understanding Comparative Negligence in Ohio Personal Injury Cases
How Comparative Negligence Works in Ohio
- If you are less than 51% at fault , you can recover damages, but your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
- If you are 51% or more at fault , you cannot recover any compensation.
Proving Negligence in an Ohio Personal Injury Case
- Demonstrating Duty of Care – Showing that the other party had a legal responsibility to act reasonably to prevent harm.
- Establishing Breach of Duty – Proving that the other party failed to uphold this duty.
- Causation – Linking their negligence directly to your injuries.
- Damages – Providing evidence of medical expenses, lost wages, and other financial losses.
How Comparative Negligence Affects Different Types of Personal Injury Cases
- Car Accidents – If both drivers share fault, insurance companies and courts will determine the percentage of responsibility.
- Slip and Fall Incidents – Property owners may argue that the injured person was not paying attention or ignored warning signs.
- Workplace Accidents – While workers’ compensation does not require proving negligence, third-party injury claims may involve shared liability.
Why Legal Representation Matters
At Candace Kim-Knox Attorney At Law , we fight for Akron residents, ensuring that insurance companies and opposing parties do not unfairly shift blame. If you’ve been injured, we can help protect your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.


