The defendant may attempt to avoid responsibility with any of the possible defenses:
The dog was a law enforcement dog and acting in the course of its duties at the time of the bite;
The victim was trespassing or committing a crime and the dog was protecting the property;
At the time of the bite, the dog was protecting itself, its owners, or its puppies;
The bite was a reaction to the dog’s pain or suffering; or
The bite came from provocation, torment, abuse, or assault by the victim
Your lawyer will help you assess the strength of the defendant’s defenses to ensure you secure the recovery you deserve.