The laws surrounding dog attacks
and dog bite injuries can vary from state to state. As a dog
bite victim, it is important to know your rights as well as
how the laws can protect you.
In Nevada, there is no liability statute for an average dog
bite. The common law for liability, however, states that if
the plaintiff can prove that the dog owner's negligence lead
to the dog bite injury, the plaintiff may recover damages
for the dog bite injury.
If a dog is involved in a dog bite incident, the animal may
be characterized by one of the following categories.
- Dangerous - If, on two separate occasions
within an 18-month period, the dog acts menacingly to a
degree that a reasonable person would feel the need to defend
himself, whenever the dog is off the owner's premises and/or
not confined in a cage, pen or vehicle.
- Vicious - If, without provocation, the
dog kills or inflicts serious bodily harm to a person. Also,
if the owner is notified of the dog's "dangerous"
status and the dog continues to act menacingly to a degree
that a reasonable person would feel the need to defend himself,
whenever the dog is off the owner's property and/or not
confined in a cage, pen or vehicle.
Nevada law states that it is illegal for a person to own
a "vicious" dog. If a dog is considered "dangerous,"
the owner must provide proper training and socialization for
the dog to prevent future attacks. By disregarding this law
and allowing the dog become "vicious," the owner
is putting other people in harm's way and can be found liable
for injuries and death that may result.
In addition to these laws, there is a statute of limitation
of two years for dog bite incidents in Nevada. It is imperative
that you seek the advice of an experienced dog bite lawyer
immediately following a dog attack. Laws surrounding dog bite
incidents are complex. By hiring a reputable law firm to handle
your case, you will be able to protect your rights and seek
financial compensation for your losses.
If you or someone you know has been the victim of a dog bite
or animal attack, you need the representation of an experienced
Nevada dog bite injury lawyer at Bisnar & Chase. Our attorneys
have successfully recovered damages for dog bite victims and
appropriately held negligent dog owners responsible for injuries
and hardships resulting from the attack.
If you have been the victim of a dog bite or animal attack,
contact a reputable dog bite lawyer at Bisnar & Chase
today for your free legal consultation or click
here to fill out our convenient on-line evaluation
form and begin protecting your rights.
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