Statement of Claim (Dog Attack) (ON)

Summary

This precedent is a statement of claim for a dog attack commenced by a plaintiff seeking damages pursuant to the Dog Owners' Liability Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. D.16. This precedent includes practical guidance and drafting notes. Where counsel is contemplating commencing an action for damages under the Dog Owners' Liability Act, they should ensure that one of the following allegations is present: (a) an allegation that a dog has bitten or attacked a person or domestic animal; (b) an allegation that a dog has behaved in a manner that poses a menace to the safety of a person or domestic animal; (c) an allegation that the owner of the dog did not take reasonable precautions to prevent the bite or attack; or (d) take reasonable precautions to prevent the dog from behaving in a manner that poses a menace to the safety of a person or domestic animal. For more information on dog attacks and the different orders that can be obtained see the practice note: Dog Attacks (ON). For information on ...