Barbecues, parks, and backyard parties are staples of summer in Wisconsin — but when dogs are around, things can take a turn. Wisconsin dog bite liability laws are clear: if a dog bites someone, the owner is responsible, even if it’s the dog’s first offense. Understanding how this law works can help protect your rights after an unexpected injury.
Cute dogs can cost thousands. Make sure to keep them leashed and monitored. Wisconsin. Strict liability laws apply to dogs at summer barbecues. So if a dog were to bite someone at a barbecue this July in Wisconsin, the strict liability law is going to apply and the owner’s gonna be on the hook even if the dog has no prior bites.
Bitten at a barbecue?
Wisconsin law holds dog owners strictly liable — even if it’s the dog’s first bite.
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