Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

Waiver of liability for dog bite

My friend resides in a home owned by his mother. My friend owns a dog. His mother is concerned that the dog may bite someone and that she would be held liable. My friend wants to know if there's a way he can somehow legally relieve her of any responsibility should his dog bite someone.

Thank you.


Asked on 9/10/03, 11:19 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Waiver of liability for dog bite

1. No, all he can do is agree to indemnify her for any monetary responsibility.

2. She can put up a sign "dangerous dog on premises".

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Answered on 9/10/03, 12:38 pm
Arnold Nager Arnold H. Nager, Esquire

Re: Waiver of liability for dog bite

Buy her an umbrella liability insurance policy.

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Answered on 9/10/03, 7:33 pm


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