Who Is Liable For Dog Bite?

The government has made rules and regulations to help the public. They help people in every single situation such as accidents, crimes, and even dog bites. We all know that if we get involved in an accident that happens due to the negligence of someone else. Than other party is liable and have to pay for compensation. This case is also true when it comes to dog bites.

Generally, we know that owner of a dog is liable if their dog makes injury to other people. But what about dog keepers – are they also legally responsible for injuries caused by a dog? There are some cases in which other people also accountable for injury except dog owners such as:

• The dog owner is 18 or less age

• The owner's property owner knew the dog that it can cause harm but didn't take any safety measure about it

• The dog was on another's house, and that person was careless and not removing it from public pathway

Dog Keepers

If the dog makes any injury or problem to others then dog keeper is also considered liable for expenses. He/she should have same accountability as a legal owner of a dog. There are many states that consider both dog owners and dog keepers liable for damage brought by the dog. A dog keeper is the person responsible for activities of dog and has to control him. They have to take care of a dog and better look towards the needs of a dog. They have to serve the food to dog within time and make sure dog will never harm others. One will be called the dog keeper just as soon as he either with or without the owner's consent accepts the charges of handling, controlling or treating the dog because dog owners normally are habitual to do.

Children

There is a case when a dog owner is 18 years or smaller than 18 years. In this case, the parents of dog owners are considering liable for the damage to their child's dog. It is also clearly mentioned in many states that parents are to be a charge if child dog causes injuries to others. The court permitted that dog owner is responsible for the care of a dog and have to provide food and roof to their dogs.

Property Owners

In many cases, a property owner is also considering liable for the dog bite. For instance, the owner of the property knows that family has a dog with them when they are moving in the home and this dog is dangerous for others. In this case, the property owner is considering being liable for the injury that happened due to a dog. It is always good to look towards the family and dog before you allow them to rent in the place.

If you ever become a victim of dog injury whether you are at work or you got a bite on the road. In every case, you are eligible for filing a compensation claim against a liable party. You have to engage injury solicitor Bolton with your case to learn facts and figures.