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How long does my family have to file an Ohio wrongful death claim after we have lost a loved one to tragic circumstances?

How long does a family have to file lawsuit if they lose a loved one to tragic circumstances? Is there a time limit before they can bring action against the party responsible for their family member's Ohio wrongful death? What is the statute of limitations in an Ohio wrongful death claim?

Generally, the statute of limitations on an Ohio wrongful death claim is two years, which means if a lawsuit has to be filed, it must be filed within two years of the decedent's death.

It is extremely important to keep track of this date. If the two-year period lapses, a claim will be barred forever. The idea behind the statute of limitations is that crucial evidence that someone needs to defend such a lawsuit could be lost or destroyed if too much time passes.

If the decedent's death was caused by a defective product, generally the product can't have been delivered to the first purchaser more than 10 years prior to the death.

If you or someone you know has lost a loved one due to tragic circumstances, you need information. Contact our Toledo, Ohio wrongful death lawyers to order your free copy of The Ohio Wrongful Death Book.



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