California provides strong protection to those bitten by dogs. The law does not allow a “free bite” before a dog owner can be held liable for injuries resulting from his or her dog attack. In California, the dog owner is strictly liable for injuries caused by the bite of a dog.
Dog bites are most common when dogs are not leashed. They may occur in some one’s home while you are visiting, but they often occur because someone is walking their dog and it attacks you or your dog. It is especially dangerous for children who often wander up to strange dogs or put their faces too close to the dog. Some breeds are also known to attack unprovoked when they have never been a problem in the past.
There is strict liability for dog bites, so don’t let injuries go unheeded.