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What Is The Relevant Law In New York That Governs Pets And Animals?
The relevant law concerning animals and pets in the state of New York is contained in the New York Agriculture and Markets Law at the following sections: Agriculture and Markets Law §§ … more
Am I Legally Responsible If My Dog Bites Someone?
It depends. If your dog does not have a past history of violent behavior, and your dog is in a place that he lawfully has a right to be and bites another person you will not be liable. However, if … more
What Does It Mean For My Dog To Have Violent Propensities?
A dog is usually considered to have violent propensities if it has bitten or attacked a human being or another animal without being provoked. A dog will also be considered to have violent … more
My Dog Has Previously Attacked Someone Uprovoked, And Is A Dangerous Dog. My Friend Was Over And He Harrassing My Dog, And Dog Attacked And Injured Him, Am I Still Absolutely Liable?
It depends. You will still most likely be liable because you knew that your dog's past behavior made it likely that he would attack a human. However, when a dog with violent propensities attacks … more
If My Dog Has Escaped From My Property And Injures Someone Am I Legally Responsible For Those Injuries?
The owner of a dog or other domestic animal has no legal obligation to keep their animal restrained so that it does not wander free from their property, unless the animal has violent propensities. … more