California Civil Code 334 imposes strict liability on dog owners if a member is bitten or bitten by a dog in California . Dog bite victims can make their owners liable in certain situations:
- Although the dog bite must have taken place, it does not necessarily mean that the skin has to be broken.
- The victim must have been in a legal place at the time of the bite.
Anyone who is bitten by your dog in a legal setting, such as a private residence or on private property, may file a claim. However, most dog bite victims cannot seek compensation.
DOG OWNER SHOULD HAVE A DUTY TO CARE
You have a responsibility to provide a standard of care for others when you own or rent a home. This is the same standard you should use when visiting someone else. Private property owners have the right to expect that they won’t be hurt while on their property.
You could be held responsible if someone is seriously injured. You have a responsibility to keep dangerous animals out of the reach of others in your home. However, if they bring their dog to your house, you are responsible for any injuries. You can sue the dog if they bite you or someone else in your house.
You are not liable if the dog bites someone else. The dog owner is not responsible if the dog acts in defense. Dog owners who have a history of biting are more concerned.
An owner could be held responsible for any bites that have occurred in the past. Dog owners are required to take reasonable precautions to avoid future bites. The owner might have to take the dog out of the house if the prevention fails and there are more bites.
Trespassing can be used as a defense against dog bites. Many people will trespass and provoke dogs, then sue for damages.
People usually can’t file a claim if they get bitten by dogs while trespassing upon private property. In dog bite cases, California’s comparative negligent law is often used. Comparative negligence may be applicable if dog bites cause personal injuries or compensable damages. California’s comparative negligence rules allow for the sharing of liability if a person is injured because they were both involved in the same dispute.
Summarized from an article by Arash Khorsandi Injury Lawyers.
