How Long Do I Have to File a Dog Bite Lawsuit in California?
California is a strict liability state for dog bites. The dog owner is liable for damages suffered by any person bitten by a dog while in a public place or lawfully in a private place, including the dog owner’s property. An individual is lawfully on the owner’s property when working for or under regulations issued by the government or the U.S. postal service or when in the capacity of an invitee on the owner’s property.