Dog Bite Injury or “Canine Lacerations”
Statute of Limitations on Filing a Dog Bite Lawsuit
Dog bite laws are very strict in New Hampshire. The owner of the canine is responsible for any injuries their dog causes another individual. There are time limits for filing a lawsuit if you are found to be injured by a dog.
Within three years of injury, an individual who has been injured by a dog may file their case in civil court. This three year time limit begins on the date of injury. Missing the deadline means that your case will not be heard.
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Dog Bites & Dog Attack Laws in NH
Individuals who have received personal injury and even damage to their property by a canine will be able to file a lawsuit as long as they file within three years of injury.
Injuries caused by a dog, but not a dog’s bite, may also be filed in civil court. For example, in Bohan v. Ritzo, 141 N.H. 210,218 (1996), a bicyclist was frightened by a dog resulting in him crashing. The dog’s owner was liable for the bicyclist’s injuries.
Not only are the dog’s owners liable for injuries, anyone who is found negligent resulting in a dog causing injury may also be held liable under NH’s negligence laws. For example, stray dogs let onto the grounds of care facilities that result in injury is a negligent act.
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Dog owners who have a claim filed against them will state that the person who is injured was trespassing or similar. This is the most common defense that is used in court during cases for dog bites or injuries. Homeowners may still be liable for injuries, regardless of trespassing as the liability is limited. Those facing a negligence claim, but who do not own the canine that has injured another party, may argue to limit damages.
If you have been injured by a dog bite because of another person’s negligence, you deserve compensation for what that injury has cost you. Get in touch with one of our NH dog attack lawyers today.
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