As a dog owner, you have certain responsibilities, when it comes to how they interact with the public. In most cities, dogs are required to be leashed within city limits unless they are confined within a fence in yard. If a person is injured by a dog, it is found that the owner was negligent then they will be held accountable for any injuries sustained. Whether someone has suffered a dog bite or an injury from an accident caused by an unrestrained dog, the owner will be held liable for any damages, if they are found to be negligent in said case. To be found negligent it has to be determined that you did not follow proper precautions when it came to restraining and overseeing your dog(s). Read More
Category: Dog Bites
Why Are Owners Held Liable In Dog Bites Cases?
Pet owners are directly liable for physical injuries and mental trauma caused by their pet animals. In a lot of cases when someone was injured by a pet, most commonly a dog, the owner of the dog as well as the owner of the property, in case they are different people, might actually be held accountable for the injuries of the victim, regardless of whether the injuries are psychological or physical. Read More
Am I Liable If My Dog Bites Someone?
Being a dog owner is a responsibility – that’s something that you need to take into account. You are personally liable for the conduct of your pet and you need to ensure that it’s properly taught to behave. This is especially true when you go ahead and take your pet outside for a walk out in the public. With this in mind, there are quite a lot of things that you might want to take into account when your dog attacks another person or an animal. Read More