Are there any exceptions to liability for dog owners in North Carolina?
The dog’s owner might not be liable if the person bitten was trespassing, trying to commit a crime, or provoking the dog at the time of the incident. Discuss the details surrounding the dog bite incident with an experienced North Carolina dog bite attorney.
July 29, 2024 – Eric Richardson
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