Dog Bite Laws in Washington State
Dog Bite Laws in Washington State
Most states have dog bite laws that allow victims of a dog attack to recover compensation from a dog owner. Dog bite injuries can be extremely serious. Most victims undergo not only physical pain and suffering but also severe emotional trauma that requires psychological counseling and extended therapy. All this, of course, costs money. The only place a Washington dog bite victim can recover money from is the dog owner. Washington is one of the states which impose a “strict liability statute” in dog bite cases. What this means is that a dog owner in Washington State is responsible for his or her pet’s actions.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog attack, please contact the experienced Washington Tacoma Personal injury lawyers