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Episode #10 - Cows, Carpenters and Canines
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We’re talking about a farmer, two carpenters, and a bull—and how that unusual mix ties directly into how New York handles injuries caused by domestic animals. This episode walks through the history behind the “one-bite rule,” how Bard v. Jahnke shaped the law for two decades, and why these principles mattered so much for dog bite claims.
Important Update:
Since this podcast was originally recorded, the New York Court of Appeals issued a major decision—Flanders v. Goodfellow (2025)—which changed the legal framework for these cases.
While Bard once barred…
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