Sedar v. Knowlton Construction Company

551 N.E.2d 938 (1990)

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Nature of the Case

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Facts

P was severely injured when his right hand and arm went through a panel of wire-reinforced glass in a door in his dormitory. Larson & Nassau (D) designed, and Knowlton (D) had constructed the dorm in the 1960s. P filed suit within the statute of limitations. Ds moved for summary judgment under a statute of repose. The completion of performance of the services of both D in this case, the architect and builder, occurred no later than December 31, 1966. P's injuries occurred on September 11, 1985, over eighteen and one-half years after the repose period began to run. The trial court granted Ds’ motion, and P appealed. The court of appeals affirmed. Appellant now challenges the constitutionality of R.C. 2305.131, which clearly bars his action in negligence for personal injuries against these appellees.