I Have Been Bitten By A Dog - Who is Responsible?
Personal injuries can result from any number of different causes and accidents, but they all have one thing common: the resulting consequences and the required recovery time can last for months or even years. Dog bites are an example of personal injury cases at the Lake of the Ozarks , that can be very serious but are not talked about frequently. The Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C . are here to provide you with some important information if you are bitten by a dog and injured. If necessary, we will be here to defend your rights in such a situation. Certain Conditions Must Be Met In Order For Dog Owners To Be Liable According to Missouri law, dog owners are legally responsible for preventing their dogs from injuring others. Dog owners may be held financially liable for the injuries their dogs inflict on others if the following conditions are met: The victim was bitten while on public property or while lawfully on private property, The victim ...