Ohio HB605 codifies the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts, protecting subcontractors from liability for damages.

Ohio HB605 codifies the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts, protecting subcontractors from liability for damages under certain conditions. This protection applies when the owner provides all necessary plans and specifications, the contractor or subcontractor follows these plans precisely, the contractor's reliance on the plans is reasonable, and the damages result from defects in the plans or specifications. The bill also states that contractual provisions requiring site visits do not void the implied warranty or increase liability.

Ohio HB605 codifies the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts, protecting subcontractors from liability for damages.

Ohio HB605 codifies the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts, protecting subcontractors from liability for damages under certain conditions. This protection applies when the owner provides all necessary plans and specifications, the contractor or subcontractor follows these plans precisely, the contractor's reliance on the plans is reasonable, and the damages result from defects in the plans or specifications. The bill also states that contractual provisions requiring site visits do not void the implied warranty or increase liability.