Cotterman v. Cleveland Electric Illuminating Co.

The primary issue raised upon appeal is whether, under the facts presented in the case here, appellant’s motion for prejudgment interest is barred by the passing of time. Because we are in agreement with the reasoning of the court of appeals and for the reasons expressed herein, we affirm the judgments below.

R.C. 1343.03(C) provides for interest on a judgment as follows:

“Interest on a judgment, decree, or order for the payment of money * * * shall be computed from the date the cause of action accrued to the date on which the money is paid, if, upon motion of any party to the action, the court…