Dogs are the preferred companion and pet for many individuals and families in Arkansas communities. While most dogs that are properly leashed, contained within a property, and taken care of are not a danger to anyone; dogs that are left unsupervised or unleashed in public are capable of causing injuries to innocent victims. Dog bites …
Louisiana has a law holding owners responsible for injuries caused by their dog, but it requires showing they knew the animal could do harm. This dog bite statute seems to allow a dog one “free” bite before holding the owners responsible for the animal’s bad behavior. However, this does not necessarily mean you cannot recover …
Animal bites, especially dog bites, frequently occur throughout the U.S. In fact, according to recent facts on dog bite liability, dog bites happen a lot more than people realize. Millions of people get bit by dogs each year. Whether it’s a dog or any other animal, you should never treat getting bitten as trivial. A …
Dog bites can be excruciatingly painful with long-lasting consequences compared to many other injuries. Besides the different effects, the damage itself can be exceptionally unpleasant. With children, the implications are even worse. As such, it helps to seek immediate medical attention and specialized treatment while also looking for legal remedies as you may be having …
Have you been a victim of a dog attack in Mississippi? If so, you may wonder how to proceed and who is held accountable for your accident, your medical bills, and any suffering you may endure. The CDC reports that over 4.5 million Americans are victims of dog bites and other domestic animal attacks. While …
Dog bite liability in Alabama generally lies with the dog’s owner or the person presumed to control the animal when the attack occurred. Alabama law provides multiple grounds to pursue a claim against the dog’s owner or another liable party. Grounds for a Dog Bite Lawsuit in Alabama There are three primary statutes our attorneys …
Therapy animals are everywhere these days—literally! Flexible federal laws governing what qualifies as a service animal have allowed Americans to develop unique interpretations. Sometimes, they do so in ways the law intended. However, other times, they interpret the law in ways that leave people scratching their heads, wondering what exactly the rules are. Are you …
My son was recently playing at his friend’s house in Baton Rouge when their family’s dog attacked him. My son needed stitches and now he has nightmares almost every night and he’s having trouble in school. The family is refusing to help us, and we’re concerned this dog may attack another child soon. Is this …
