ANIMAL BITE INJURY

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Pit bull killed after attacking man

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February 1, 2008

Dog Bite

Tamarac, FL - Authorities said that a Tamarac man was attacked by his next-door neighbor’s pit bull dog escaping from its owner's property, and the victim killed the dog with a shot gun.

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Animal Bite Overviews

Injury or Death Caused by Domestic Animals

Domestic animals (domitae naturae) are defined as those species of animals which by custom are devoted to the service of mankind at the time and in the place in which they are kept. The more commonly stated definition relates to temperament rather than function and describes them as animals whose species as a whole have proved themselves to be naturally harmless and docile through many years of association with the homes and household affairs of man. Dogs, cats, horses, cattle, sheep, and most farm animals fit within this category. Certain species that are subject to substantial domestication but are not domestic animals by the ordinary usage of the term, such as deer, bees, and monkeys, usually present questions of fact in a determination of their classification.

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Dog Bite Injury

The legal responsibility of owners for injuries caused by pets is complicated because there are so many kinds of pets and so many different injuries they could cause.  Additionally, many states have specific laws regarding dog bites and pet-related injuries.  Liability for pet-related injuries depends in part upon what kind of animal caused the injury and what type of injury the animal caused.  For example, if your dog runs in front of someone who trips and falls, you may be legally responsible to a different degree than if your dog bites someone.  You should take every reasonable precaution to prevent your pet from biting.  The law in this area is controlled largely by your state.  To protect yourself, you should always consult with a lawyer if your pet has caused an injury.  Also, insurance is available that may cover your liability for pet-related injuries.

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Animal Bites: An Overview

If you are a person who has been bitten by an animal, you may have a legal right to recover damages from the animal's owner or another responsible party.

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