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Animal Attacks & Dog Bite Strength: Risks in Louisiana & Texas
Dogs are generally loyal and sweet companions to millions of families nationwide, but what happens when they act erratically and bite someone? In many cases, dog bite injury victims can pursue legal compensation for any damages they experience from the bite, including economic damages like medical expenses and non-economic damages like scarring and disfigurement. Keep reading to […] -
Dog Bites
Move to a safe distance, stop the bleeding, clean the wound, find out whose dog it was, and write down what happened. -
Texas Dog Bite Laws
Dogs have always been beloved pets that deserve affection and company. However, owners need to recognize when their dog can potentially harm others and take the necessary preventative measures. Otherwise, people can be seriously injured. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at Texas regulations regarding dog bites. Strict Liability for Known Dangerous Dogs […] -
The Most Powerful Dog Bites: Risks, Breeds, and Legal Consequences
Explore the risks of strong dog bites, common high-bite force breeds, and what legal actions can follow an incident. Learn how to stay safe. -
Who Is Liable for Dog Bite Injuries?
The dog's owner is usually liable. Louisiana applies strict liability for most dog bites under La. Civ. Code art. 2321 — the owner is responsible even without proven negligence, unless the victim provoked the dog or the injury could not have been prevented. Liability can also reach temporary handlers, household members, and property owners, and a victim's own fault can reduce recovery under Louisiana comparative fault. -
Who Is Liable When a Dog Bites You in Louisiana?
Louisiana dog bite attorneys at Trey Morris Injury Lawyers explain owner liability under La. C.C. art. 2321, the prescriptive deadline, and how bite victims recover compensation.