Analysis
Dog Attack Cases across Metro Atlanta: The First Bite Question
When a dog attack leaves someone hurt in Atlanta, Georgia works differently than people expect. Certain states impose liability regardless of the animal's history. That is not the Georgia rule. The claim generally turns on whether the owner knew the animal was dangerous, or whether the dog was loose in violation of a local leash ordinance. The knowledge route is hard to prove. People do not readily admit their dog has a history, and neighbors are often reluctant to ge
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