Dog Bites

Victims of an animal attack first worry about lasting physical damage. Deep lacerations, broken bones, tissue damage and infection are all serious consequences of a dog bite. Unfortunately, while physical damage is devastating, children and adults alike often struggle...

Getting bit by a dog isn’t just an inconvenience. Even with a minor bite, you may still need significant medical care. Did you know that a single bite incident could cost you over $50,000? This total might seem surprising, but it’s what pet parents need to keep in...

You saw a small stray dog running down the road near your house, so you exited your yard to try to stop him from entering into the street. When it saw you, it initially stopped what it was doing. Suddenly, it barred its teeth and growled. You saw that the dog was...

Though most dogs can be trained to be obedient, experts say some breeds are safer around children than others. As a parent, whether you are thinking about adopting a dog, or if your relatives, friends and neighbors own dogs, you should know which breeds are best...

If a dog has recently bitten or attacked you or a member of your family, you may want to take legal action against the dog's owner. Unfortunately, under Ohio dog bite statutes, there may be certain limitations on your rights. Financial compensation is often important...

When a dog suddenly attacks, it may only take a few moments for them to cause permanent, disfiguring or disabling injuries. Children may be at increased risk, given their small stature. Either as someone who may encounter an aggressive dog because of work or as a...

People who live in Ohio love their furry friends, and dogs are most residents’ No. 1 choice for a family pet. Most likely, you know your dog and are certain it will not attack or bite your children, but what about other people’s dogs? Chances are, you are not so sure...

"So, Max, why did you bite the nice lady?" If only dogs could talk. In a dog's mind, if they bite someone, there is always a reason. If you are bitten by a dog, knowing that the dog had a reason does not make it acceptable, nor does it let the dog's owner off the hook...

Many people have an opinion on why dogs bite or attack humans. Some claim that only certain dangerous dog breeds are prone to attack people. Others say that humans must have trained the animal to bite people, while some claim that dogs only bite when they are...

On a springtime walk on a lovely Ohio day, you stop to admire the flowers. And when you turn around, a dog comes at you and bites you. What do you do next? According to the Cleveland Clinic, you should seek immediate medical attention to stave off the risk of an...