Abatement is generally the temporary or permanent halting of a process (a lawsuit) or a situation (a nuisance).
In Ohio, abatement can refer to different legal contexts. In the context of a lawsuit, abatement means the suspension or termination of the proceedings. This can occur for various reasons, such as the death of a party, a lack of jurisdiction, or the resolution of the matter before trial. In terms of a nuisance, abatement refers to the cessation or removal of a nuisance. Ohio law allows for the abatement of nuisances that affect public health or safety, such as environmental hazards or unsafe buildings. Local ordinances often provide specific procedures for nuisance abatement, and these can include the involvement of local health or building departments. In both cases, the goal of abatement is to address and resolve an issue that is causing harm or could potentially cause harm to individuals or the public.