Dog Bite Liability in Ohio
Whether a dog owner in Ohio is automatically liable for a bite, and the deadline to file a claim.
Short answer: Strict liability statute. The owner, keeper or harborer of a dog is liable for any injury, death or loss to person or property caused by the dog. Ohio Rev. Code § 955.28(B)
| Dog bites | Strict liability statute. The owner, keeper or harborer of a dog is liable for any injury, death or loss to person or property caused by the dog. Exceptions apply if the injured person was committing or attempting a crime (other than a minor misdemeanor) on the owner's property or against a person, or was teasing, tormenting or abusing the dog on the owner's property. Door-to-door salespeople and solicitors on the property are still covered. Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 955.28(B) |
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| Deadline to sue for an injury | An action for bodily injury must be filed within two years after the cause of action accrues, which is generally when the injury occurs. For injuries from exposure to certain substances (such as hazardous chemicals, prescription drugs or medical devices, or asbestos), the clock starts when the person learns, or reasonably should have learned, that the injury is related to the exposure. Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 2305.10(A), (B) |
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FAQ
Is a dog owner liable for a dog bite in Ohio?
Strict liability statute. The owner, keeper or harborer of a dog is liable for any injury, death or loss to person or property caused by the dog. Exceptions apply if the injured person was committing or attempting a crime (other than a minor misdemeanor) on the owner's property or against a person, or was teasing, tormenting or abusing the dog on the owner's property. Door-to-door salespeople and solicitors on the property are still covered.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in Ohio?
An action for bodily injury must be filed within two years after the cause of action accrues, which is generally when the injury occurs. For injuries from exposure to certain substances (such as hazardous chemicals, prescription drugs or medical devices, or asbestos), the clock starts when the person learns, or reasonably should have learned, that the injury is related to the exposure.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.