Can I Sue for a Dog Bite? What’s the “One Bite” Rule? 🐶 bite
Dog bites are a traumatic experience, and they're more common than you might think. Over 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States. Many people wonder if they have a legal case. The answer often depends on state law. While some states have "strict liability" laws that hold a dog owner responsible regardless of the dog's history, others follow the "one bite" rule. This rule states that a dog owner is only liable for a bite if they knew or should have known their dog had a propensity for aggression. Even in a "one bite" state, an attorney can often prove a dog had a history of aggression through prior incidents or warnings. Regardless of the law in your area, an attorney can help you navigate the complexities of these cases to seek compensation for medical bills, pain, and suffering.
