Posted by	Super Administrator Posted on Monday, 13 February 2017 in Hartford personal injury lawyer	
Last month, a Connecticut Superior Court judge determined that the property owner was not negligent regarding her dogs, but that she was responsible for the injuries under Connecticut’s strict liability law. According to the law in Connecticut, the owner of a dog that inflicts physical harm or property damage is liable for the damages caused as long as the victim was not trespassing or teasing or abusing the dog.
Questions Regarding Trespassing
Since the attack took place on the property where the dogs lived, trespassing was an important element in this case. The judge determined that by placing the chair near the road—incidentally blocking a “beware of dog” sign—the dogs’ owner was inviting people to stop and look more closely at the chair. In his ruling, the judge acknowledged that the injured woman technically did enter upon the land of another, but she did so without intent to cause damage and, in fact, did not cause damage. There were no claims that the injured woman teased or abused the dogs in any way.
Ultimately, the court awarded the injured woman $125,000 in non-economic damages and more than $7,000 in medical costs.
If you have been bitten by a dog and believe that the animal’s owner should be liable for your injuries, contact an experienced Hartford personal injury attorney. Call 860-290-8690 for a free consultation at Woolf Law Firm, LLC today. We will help you explore your available options and ensure that your rights are fully protected.
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