$6.8M
Dog Bite; Personal Injury
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Case Details
Los Angeles jury awarded a $6.8 million verdict to Kelly Kaneko for a horrific dog attack at a local animal shelter, holding the city liable for gross negligence due to inadequate warning systems and poor safety measures. The attack occurred on October 31, 2019.
Additional Notes
Jaxx, an 85-pound German Shepherd mix, had a prior history of aggression not disclosed on his intake card. Kelly suffered catastrophic injuries requiring multiple surgeries.