Why is it important for pet owners to have their dogs get used to interacting with other people?

Dog owners need to get their dog used to interacting with other people because it greatly reduces the chances of them biting. When they are used to meeting other dogs and people, they know the correct way to act. They are less likely to be surprised or frightened, which can lead to them biting. Their confidence will grow too, which helps them to be more stable and to behave properly around others.

What is Ontario's Dog Owners' Liability Act?

Ontario´s Dog Owners ‘Liability Act was introduced to the province in 2005. It holds dog owners fully responsible for the actions of their dogs. As a result of the act if a dog bites someone, causes an accident or damage the owner is now held fully responsible. This means that the injured party can now sue for compensation. It also enables the authorities to sanction irresponsible pet owners using fines or imprisonment.

A friend left her dog to me temporarily while she was travelling, and then the dog bit somebody in my neighbourhood -- am I liable?

In Ontario, if you are walking a dog for a friend and it bites someone, you are held responsible as well as the owner. The court will listen to the full circumstances and apportion blame. This is because Ontario law stipulates anyone “harbouring” a dog that hurts someone is to be held responsible. Something similar could happen if you host a party in your home, allow dogs to accompany their owners and one of them bites a guest.

Why is it important for pet owners to have their dogs get used to interacting with other people?

Dog owners need to get their dog used to interacting with other people because it greatly reduces the chances of them biting. When they are used to meeting other dogs and people, they know the correct way to act. They are less likely to be surprised or frightened, which can lead to them biting. Their confidence will grow too, which helps them to be more stable and to behave properly around others.

What is Ontario's Dog Owners' Liability Act?

Ontario´s Dog Owners ‘Liability Act was introduced to the province in 2005. It holds dog owners fully responsible for the actions of their dogs. As a result of the act if a dog bites someone, causes an accident or damage the owner is now held fully responsible. This means that the injured party can now sue for compensation. It also enables the authorities to sanction irresponsible pet owners using fines or imprisonment.

A friend left her dog to me temporarily while she was travelling, and then the dog bit somebody in my neighbourhood -- am I liable?

In Ontario, if you are walking a dog for a friend and it bites someone, you are held responsible as well as the owner. The court will listen to the full circumstances and apportion blame. This is because Ontario law stipulates anyone “harbouring” a dog that hurts someone is to be held responsible. Something similar could happen if you host a party in your home, allow dogs to accompany their owners and one of them bites a guest.

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Tuesday, 05 February 2019

Steps to Take When You Suffer A Serious Injury

#AskPatrycjaMajchrowicz You could be driving in your car, shopping at a local retail store or working at your place of employment and be injured in an accident. What you say and do in the minutes and hours following an accident may affect your ability to collect compensation for your injuries. Here are the steps you…

Thursday, 24 January 2019

Marijuana Legalization And Traffic Accidents

#AskNastassiaIvanova The relationship between the use of drugs and motor vehicle collisions is something researchers realized long before marijuana use was legalized in Canada. Accident investigations revealed that 40 percent of fatal collisions involved at least one driver who tested positive for drugs. Surveys show that 43 percent of individuals who admit to using marijuana…

Tuesday, 22 January 2019

Safe Driving On Winter Roads

#AskGeorgeLaloshi Snow, ice and cold are synonymous with winter in Ontario. Road conditions during winter months present a challenge for even the best drivers with car accidents increasing by as much as 5 percent. Canadian winters come early and stay around for a while, but you can become a better and safer driver during wintry weather…

Thursday, 17 January 2019

Demystifying the Personal Injury Statute of Limitations: Why It Might Not Be Too Late To Sue

#AskNadiaCondotta Few things are more difficult for a personal injury lawyer than meeting with someone who has suffered serious injuries through the negligence of another party and having to tell them they waiting too long before consulting a lawyer and their clam for compensation is barred by the statute of limitations. Although intended to promote…

Tuesday, 15 January 2019

Limits of Owner Liability For Injuries On Recreational Property

#AskAmandaSousa Winter in Ontario brings with it opportunities to enjoy skiing, snowboarding and other outdoor activities involving the snow. Hiking on snow-packed trails or cross country skiing on open fields or perhaps on a local golf course that is closed for the season can be fun, but legal issues arise if you are injured. The…

Thursday, 10 January 2019

How Does The Thin Skull Rule Apply To Personal Injury Claims

#AskTaniaFleming Whether slipping on an icy sidewalk or being hit by a car as you cross the street, you don’t get to choose when or where accidents occur. A similar principle applies to the negligent property owner who did not remove the ice from the sidewalk or to the distracted driver who failed to look…

Tuesday, 08 January 2019

Compensation For Victims of Sexual Violence

#AskBrandonGreenwood It is estimated that one in three women and one in six men in Canada will become the victims of sexual assault at some point in their lives, yet only 5 percent of the attacks are ever reported to the police. One reason for the low rate of reporting of what is a serious criminal offense…

Thursday, 03 January 2019

What Happens If You Are Injured And Partially At Fault In An Accident

#AskTJGogna Personal injury lawyers understand the importance of investigating and analyzing the facts and circumstances of an accident when representing someone who has suffered an injury. They are looking for evidence to prove that someone’s negligence caused the accident and the resulting injuries. Sometimes, the evidence reveals the accident or the injuries were caused in…

Tuesday, 18 December 2018

Watch Out For These Common Types of Transport Truck Accidents

#AskRichardChang If you drive a passenger vehicle, the sight in your rearview mirror of a transport truck approaching a highway speed can be intimidating. One in five traffic collisions involves at least one truck according to data compiled by Ontario Provincial Police. Improper maintenance, loads shifting and driver fatigue are only a few of the causes of…

Thursday, 13 December 2018

What You Need To Know To Understand Pain and Suffering Damages

#AskRichardChang When you are injured through the negligent or intentional conduct of another party, you may be able to bring a lawsuit seeking damages, including compensation for the pain and suffering inflicted upon you. How pain and suffering damages are calculated and the limitations Ontario legislation and court decisions place on the amount that can…

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