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Dog Bite

A dog bite victim in Indiana can recover compensation under the doctrine of negligence. The law in Indiana puts strict liability on a dog owner. What this means is that the Court will automatically find a dog owner liable for the injury of another without having to show any negligence on behalf of the victim. Indiana law bodes extremely well for dog bite victims. Compensation comes from the property owner’s insurance policy in most cases. Typical homeowner’s insurance policies will cover dog bite accidents. A skilled Evansville dog bite lawyer can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the “one-bite” rule?

In Indiana, you may sue for damages caused by a dog bite. However, the one-bite rule says that if an owner had no knowledge of a dog’s tendency for violence, they can escape liability. We work to prove that the owner knew the dog was aggressive. Witness testimony can often show that the dogs been previously agitated or aggressive. If it can be shown that the owner had knowledge, they can be liable for you injuries.

I’m scared of dogs now; can I recover for that?

Its not uncommon for victims to be afraid of dogs after a bite incident. This emotional distress can be recovered in Court and in a settlement. Emotional distress is a part of your non-economic damages.

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