Dog Bites and Damages Caused by Other Animals

The owner of an animal (other than a dog) may be liable for damages it causes under Civil Code Article 2321. Basically, the plaintiff must prove the owner of the animal was negligent. However, for dogs, the plaintiff must only prove strict liability. Basically, under the strict liability theory of recovery, the plaintiff must only prove the risk of harm is outweighed by the utility of the conduct. The plaintiff need not prove that the owner knew or should have known of the risk.

If you need help or have any questions about your dog bite or other animal cases, call me at 866-558-9151 or submit your inquiry online. Please be advised that you may be facing important legal deadlines, so don’t delay.

Additional Resources:

Art. 2321. Damage caused by animals