Who is responsible for my medical bills after a dog bite?

That depends on how the dog bite happened and which legal theory fits the facts. In North Carolina, the owner of a dog that qualifies as dangerous under state law may face strict liability for injuries the dog causes, while other dog bite cases may turn on negligence and other fact-specific issues. In many situations, a claim may involve available insurance coverage, but the facts should be reviewed carefully before deciding who may be responsible for medical bills and other losses.