Injury Liability Rules
Injury Liability Rules
Can You Sue a Dog Owner for Bite Injury or Other Damages?
A look at a dog owner's liability when their animal bites someone or causes some other type of injury.
"One-Bite" vs. Strict Liability Rules for Dog Bite Injury Cases
An overview of the two main types of owner liability for injuries caused by a dog, and the general rule by state.
Owner Liability for Injury Caused By a Provoked Dog
If the victim of a dog bite was taunting, aggravating, poking, or otherwise provoking the dog, the owner may be off the hook for injury liability.
Homeowner Liability for Dog Bites to Trespassers
Is the homeowner still liable for injuries if their dog bites someone who is on their property illegally?
Defenses to a Dog Bite Injury Lawsuit
A dog owner may raise a number of defenses when facing a dog bite injury lawsuit.
Settlement of a Dog Bite Injury Claim
The dog bite case settlement process, and factors that affect the value of a dog bite injury settlement.
Dog Bite Injury Liability Laws By State
Dog Bite Injury Liability Laws By State
Choose your state from the list below to find the laws governing dog bite injury lawsuits and dog owner liability.