Dog Bite Laws: What Victims Need to Know
May 3, 2024Key Takeaways Connecticut is a strict liability state — dog owners are automatically responsible if their pet injures someone, even if the dog has no history of aggression. Victims can recover compensation for medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. Certain exceptions apply if the victim was trespassing, provoking the dog, or …
Dog Bite Laws: Your Rights After an Attack
September 2, 2023Key Takeaways Connecticut uses strict liability — owners are responsible for their dog’s actions, even if the dog had no prior history of aggression. Victims can recover both economic (medical bills, lost wages) and non-economic (pain, emotional trauma) damages. You generally have two years from the date of the attack to file a lawsuit in …
Dog Bite and Leash Laws: What You Need to Know
April 21, 2021Dogs bring joy and companionship to millions of families — but when a dog becomes aggressive, the results can be devastating. Dog bites often cause painful injuries, infections, or lasting emotional trauma. Both Connecticut and Massachusetts have laws in place to protect the public and hold negligent owners accountable when their dogs cause harm. At …