Category: Dog Bites

In the field of personal injury law, premises liability is generally invoked when discussing slips, trips, and other injurious falls. This legal concept allows injured persons to pursue damages from a negligent property owner. If a person injures themselves due to a hazard that the property owner should have informed them of, then that person…

It’s no secret that dog adoptions increased significantly during the past few years. Americans sought to lessen their isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic by welcoming new furry friends into their lives. This has meant a lot of cuddles and companionship, but also an unforeseen problem. Many of these dogs are under-socialized and skittish around new…

Most people think of dogs as loyal and friendly creatures, but even the most well-behaved dogs can bite. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. Of those, nearly one million require medical attention. If you are a dog walker or dog sitter,…

If you’ve been bitten by a dog, know the facts about the one bite law before considering any legal action. Or if you are a dog owner of a puppy who has never acted out but recently was agitated by another person and bit them, continue reading. You may not be held liable in certain…