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Texas Accident Guide
Dog Bites in Texas
If you were injured in a Texas dog bite, you have legal rights and deadlines to protect.
Overview
What you should know
Texas follows the common-law 'one bite' rule: liability usually turns on the owner's knowledge of the dog's dangerous propensities or negligent handling. There is no strict-liability dog-bite statute.
Common Causes
What typically causes them
Common Injuries
Injuries we see
What to do
Steps to take after a dog bites
Legal Considerations
Texas follows the common-law 'one bite' rule: liability usually turns on the owner's knowledge of the dog's dangerous propensities or negligent handling. There is no strict-liability dog-bite statute.
Compensation You May Recover
Statute of Limitations
Two years from the date of the accident (CPRC § 16.003).
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