Does doggie anxiety at the vet mean the animal is “dangerous”? A negligence standard often applies in PA, for dog bite liability; namely, did the dog owner have prior reason to know of the animal’s dangerous propensity? Many things serve as evidence of a dangerous or “vicious” propensity. These include…
Landlord Liability For a Dog Bite in PA
A landlord can face liability in PA for a dog owned and controlled by a tenant. The two common distinctions is between attacks on the landlord’s property versus those off of the premises. 1. Attack On the Landlord’s Premises – Landlord Liability Landlord liability can exist for a dog bite…
Dog Bite Liability Insurance – Is it Required in PA?
Must Dogs Be Insured For Liability in PA The short answer is: generally, no, unless ordered by the court after one bite. From handling dog bite claims and defenses in PA for over 22 years, we can honestly say: every dog owner should carry liability insurance for such claims, as…
How To Prevent a Dog Bite: Victim’s Perspective
Dog Bite Prevention Dogs provide people with companionship and fun, for adults and children. Every day, adults and children sustain serous injuries from dogs bites, including disfigurement and sever emotional distress. How can this be prevented? Avoid Assumptions For better or for worse, dogs can’t talk. You may not…