What Happens If the Dog That Bit You Was Unleashed?
If the dog that bit you was unleashed, then you have a beefier basis for a lawsuit, and the dog’s owner might be in deeper trouble. Legislation in many jurisdictions specifies that owners have the obligation to keep dogs under control in public, and therefore, a dog running off-leash often means the owner will be […]
Are Dog Owners Always Liable for Bites in Public Places?
Dog owners aren’t automatically liable for bites in public places, but your liability is situational and can depend on local law. Others impose strict liability for dog owners, so if your dog bites someone, you’re automatically legally responsible no matter what. Other places require evidence that you knew your dog was a biter or that […]