Articles Posted in updated New York dog bite law 2025

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Major Legal Shift: New York Now Allows Negligence Claims in Dog Bite Cases

In a groundbreaking ruling, the New York Court of Appeals has eliminated a long-standing legal hurdle for dog bite victims. For the first time, individuals injured by dog attacks in New York can file negligence claims against dog owners—even if the animal had no known history of aggression. A Departure from the Old Standard…

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