Ohio House Introduces Silica Bill

On the heels of passing a similar measure involving claims filed by those exposed to asbestos, the Ohio House of Representatives has introduced a bill that would limit the types of silica and mixed dust claims that may be filed in state court.

photo-1The bill, which was introduced Dec. 3 by Republican State Representative Chris Widener, is nearly identical to the one related to asbestos claims that was passed out of the House late last year. The bill is designed to place limits on claims filed by so-called unimpaired claimants and would restrict claims filed against premise owners, and includes …