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Dog Bite Liability

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Legal responsibility of dog owners for injuries caused by their dogs.

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California has strict liability for dog bites—owners are liable regardless of whether the dog showed prior aggression or the owner knew of danger.

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Strict Liability

Liability imposed without proof of negligence, typically in cases involving inherently dangerous activities or defective products.

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