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\"3-13-25-dog-bite-book-300x225\"New York\u2019s Legal Standard for Dog Bite Claims<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dog bite victims almost always have a right to recover damages from the pet\u2019s owner.<\/p>\n

However, an unusual combination of statutes, case law, and precedent can make it difficult for survivors to obtain significant compensation. This is because, in New York, most dog bite claims are assessed using two legal principles:<\/p>\n

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