Rhode Island Dog Bite lawyer Law Offices of Ronald J. Resmini, LTD.
When man’s best friend isn’t so friendly, people can get hurt. A dog attack can be a terrifying experience, which often leaves emotional scars in addition to the physical ones.
In Rhode Island, the law provides for strict liability of the part of the owner or other person harboring the animal in most cases. An exception would be where the dog is securely confined to an enclosed area on the property. Strict liability means that you will not have to prove actual negligence on the part of the owner or keeper, only that you were bitten and suffered damages. Furthermore, if you can prove that the dog had previously displayed vicious tendencies, you may claim double the amount of your damages.