"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 thier dog bites someone who is on their property illegally?
Choose you state from the list below to find the laws governing dog bite injury lawsuits and dog owner liability.
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
D.C.
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
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Can You Sue the Dog Owner for Injury or Other Damages?
When can you sue a dog owner for a bite injury or other type of injury or "damages"?
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Defenses to a Dog Bite Injury Lawsuit
Learn about the defenses available to the dog owner being sued in a dog bite injury case.
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Settlement of a Dog Bite Injury Claim
Find out what goes into settling a dog bite injury claim, and what elements affect the potential value of the case.