Question 1

What happens if I bear some of the responsibility for the dog bite?

Accepted Answer

California is a comparative negligence state. If you were partly responsible, your compensation could be reduced by your percent of fault.

Question 2

Are you able to sue if your dog bit your child?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. A minor’s parent or guardian may make a claim.

Question 3

What if the bite wound was not an open wound?

Accepted Answer

You could still have a case if the event resulted in injury (e.g bruising, sprains, emotional distress).

Question 4

Are California dog owners strictly liable all the time?

Accepted Answer

Very nearly always, with a few exceptions. Peers (witnesses) response on witness question and privilege There is in practice a very detailed onus on the party objecting to a question asked of one of his/her witnesses to assert privilege.

Question 5

Will I be able to recover compensation if the dog has no prior history of aggression?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Past actions are not a bar under the absolute liability doctrine of California.

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