Recovering Compensation Under Washington, D.C. Dog Bite Law

It is important to note that just because a person owns a dog or other animal does not mean they will automatically be responsible for all injuries caused by their pet. In certain circumstances, the pet owner may be able to prove that the victim was partially or completely at fault for the incident. For example, if the victim provoked the animal or failed to take reasonable steps to protect themselves from injury, then their compensation claim may not be successful.