Bowers v. Next Generation Films, 08 Ca 43 (3-13-2009)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Appellant Next Generation Films, Inc. appeals the decision of the Richland County Court of Common Pleas following a jury verdict in favor of Appellee Richard Bowers stemming from a workplace injury. The relevant facts leading to this appeal are as follows.

{¶ 2} On January 18, 2005, Appellee Bowers, while employed by Appellant Next Generation Films, Inc., suffered a fractured wrist while using one of the company's roller machines used in the production of plastic wrapping products. The machine was manufactured by the Battenfeld Gloucester Engineering Company and sold to appellant…