Dog owners in Michigan are held under strict liability for the harm their dogs may inflict on others. However, there are common possible defenses that apply to dog owners from the dog bite statute depending on the particular case. For instance, a dog owner will not be held responsible if the victim had provoked the dog or was trespassing within the dog owner's property. If your dog has caused harm to another person, your best viable option is to work with an attorney experienced in dog bite law like ours at the Barrix Law Firm in Grand Haven.