Q: If a dog gets out of my yard and jumps on a person can they sue me?
A: As a general proposition, yes, you can be sued if your dog got out, jumped on someone, and injured them.
William John Light agrees with this answer
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yes, THEY CAN
DOG BITES ARE STRICT LIABILITY.........IF YOU DOG BITES YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE
THEY WOULD BE SUING UNDER A THEORY OF NEGLIGENCE NOT INTENTIONAL..............
A LAWYER WOULD WANT MORE FACTS TO TOTALLY ANSWER THIS QUESTION
A: The quick answer is yes. You should make sure you are covered under a insurance policy and then make sure your dog doesn't get out. If your dog does get out and injures someone you should consult with an attorney to look into your situation in more detail then we can do on this service. Bankruptcy can be option depending on your financial situation.
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