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[08/19] NY state firefighters deliver 3 babies in transit
[08/19] Suit accuses restaurant of giving man big tapeworm
[08/19] Sailor, knocked from boat, rescued 12 hours later
[08/14] Calif. mom gives birth on front lawn by herself
[08/01] Boy, 4, tries to drive to grandma's house, crashes

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Animal Bites

An owner of a pet may be liable for injuries that are caused when the animal bites someone. This area of law commonly concerns dog bites, but in actuality many other types of domesticated animals, such as ferrets and cats, can bite humans, causing injury and potential liability for their masters. This liability will vary greatly from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Many states have "dog bite" statutes, and many municipalities have their own particular statutes, as well.

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Consumer Fraud Acts

If a merchant or a service provider has cheated you, typical legal claims may not actually address the problem. There are limits to the force of contract and common-law fraud claims. Neither, for example, addresses the situation when a seller makes a misrepresentation without knowing it was false. Many states, in response to this loophole, have enacted statutes creating causes of action for "consumer fraud."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the average member of the public have any privacy rights?

Can a person recover damages for injuries sustained on someone else's property?

Is an owner of property liable for using deadly force to defend their property?

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