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Dog bites can range in severity, and someone who is injured enough to require medical attention may seek compensation for their bills. In some cases, victims will sue for emotional damages and time that had to be taken off work. Depending on how the court views your dog, they may order it to be euthanized.

Tennessee laws allow the “one bite” rule to be used in cases where the owner knew (or should have known) that the dog was likely to bite. The injured person would have to prove that the owner did not take the necessary precautions to prevent the injury from happening, such as allowing the dog to walk without a leash.

If your dog bites you in California, you are supposed to report the situation to a local health official. Technically, you are only legally required to report these bites if you live in a “rabies area.” You should be aware that all counties in California have been considered “rabies areas” since 1987.

If you or a member of your family is hurt in a dog bite incident in Tennessee, you should report the animal (and the owner) to your local government animal control office.

In California, a dog that bites someone is not required to be put down since the owners of the dog are held liable for your injury – not the dog itself. Many of our clients would never open a dog bite case if they knew the animal was at risk of being euthanized.

Tennessee laws allow the “one bite” rule to be used in cases where the owner knew (or should have known) that the dog was likely to bite. The injured person would have to prove that the owner did not take the necessary precautions to prevent the injury from happening, such as allowing the dog to walk without a leash.

10-104. It shall be unlawful for any person to own or keep any dog known to be vicious or dangerous unless such dog is so confined and/or otherwise securely restrained as to provide reasonably for the protection of other animals and persons.