Dog Bites Law Blog

Mauling by Dog in Denver Starts Bite Prevention Week

Tuesday, May 22, 2012 by Dianne L. Sawaya

An incident on the first day of the U.S. Postal Service's Dog Bite Prevention Week is an example of the damage that can be caused by vicious dogs and their negligent owners, and why you need a Colorado personal injury attorney.... Read More

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Orange County Dog Bite Lawyers

Monday, March 12, 2012 by John P. Bisnar

More families own dogs than any other pets. In fact, in the United States alone, it is estimated by the American Humane Society that 39 percent of all households have at least one dog. Dogs bring companionship, loyalty, and humor into our lives. Many of us cannot imagine having grown up without a dog around the house. For most of us, our dogs are our friends, and we take the responsibilities and privileges of owning these precious creatures to heart.... Read More

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Who is at Fault After a California Dog Bite Accident

Friday, January 27, 2012 by John P. Bisnar

Dog bite accidents are very common, and although we hear a good bit about the "maulings" which take place with some breeds, most dog bite cases are relatively harmless and cause little damage. Because of this, a large number of dog bite accidents go unreported. It is impossible to say how many people are bitten each year, but over 180,000 people per year end up in emergency rooms as the result of dog bites.... Read More

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Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Dog Bite Accident

Friday, January 20, 2012 by John P. Bisnar

California Dog bites range from minor to very serious, but they are all a sign of an animal which is not under the control of its owner. This is not only dangerous, but a crime as well. Dogs are required by law to be well-behaved and controlled at all times in public. If they are not, the owners can be held liable. ... Read More

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When do you Need a California Dog Bite Attorney?

Tuesday, January 3, 2012 by John P. Bisnar

Dog bites may not seem as if they are something that would require the help of an attorney, but what is sometimes a civil matter that can be handled between two adults can quickly turn into a matter better resolved with the help of a dog bite attorney. Dog bite attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve from emotional or physical pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost time off work.... Read More

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San Francisco Personal Injury Attorneys: Dog Mauling in San Diego

Tuesday, November 29, 2011 by Jason Austin Joseph Lundberg

San Francisco is a city that loves its dogs. By some informal and famous counts it’s likely that there are more dogs than children living within the City. With that in mind, it is strange that for such a compact and busy city that there are not a preponderance of dog bites. Even with larger, more dangerous breeds in the City, it seems that only once in a few years are there cases brought to litigation in regard to animals biting humans. This, however, was not the... Read More

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Dog Bites in Orange County

Monday, November 21, 2011 by John P. Bisnar

Dog bites are a scourge on today's society and with populations in California going up every single year, the problem is being compounded. Our country experiences about 4.7 million dog bites every single year, and California is the chief offender of all the states. Of course it's mostly because of our massive population, but the frequency of dog bites and attacks can't be ignored.... Read More

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San Diego Dog Bite Law

Monday, October 24, 2011 by Bryan R. Snyder

California has what is known as a "Strict Liability" law with respect to dog bites. This means that the owner of the dog is liable for any damage caused by their dog. Their are no "free" bites. It does not matter if the owner knew the dog was a problem, or whether the owner had any suspicion that the dog was going to bite. In fact, "negligence" is not even an issue. The only issue is the amount of damages. If... Read More

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Legal Rights of California Dog Bite Victims

Tuesday, September 13, 2011 by John P. Bisnar

Year after year people continue to suffer injuries from dog bites. Different states will follow different rules on how to proceed after a dog has injured a person. California follows a dog bite statute, which is designed to prevent dog bites from happening. It does so by placing the burden of the dog's actions on the owner. ... Read More

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Dog Law

Friday, September 9, 2011 by Terry A. Tolbert

Missouri voters approved a ballot measure strengthening dog breeding regulations statewide. The measure will limit the number of breeding dogs allowed in a breeding operation, increase space requirements for animal enclosures and expand requirements for veterinary care. Specifically, the regulations will require anyone who has more than 10 breeding dogs to meet certain standards for housing, food and veterinary care. Owners will be limited to no more than 50 breeding dogs.... Read More

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