Dog Bite Laws: State by State

California Dog-Bite Laws

Details on when California dog owners could be legally responsible for bites and other injuries caused by their pets.

Massachusetts Dog Bite Laws

In this article, we'll look at the state laws and legal principles that could come into play in a Massachusetts

New Jersey Dog-Bite Laws

Dog owners in New Jersey could be liable in a civil lawsuit if their animals hurt someone—but they may have legal defenses.

New York Dog Bite Laws

Here's when a dog owner can be on the legal hook for injuries in New York.

Texas Dog Bite Laws

When can a Texas dog owner be on the legal hook for injuries caused by their animal?

Virginia Dog Bite Laws & Personal Injury Claims

If you have been injured in a dog bite incident in Virginia, or if you're an animal owner who might be facing a lawsuit, you need to understand the different state laws that could affect your case.