Believe it or not, the often feared American Pit Bull Terrier has been rated as less aggressive than the tiny Chihuahua in a study by Dognition. Chihuahuas were the most…
read moreBeing bitten by any animal is a horrible experience that no one should ever have to go through. When the animal that bites you is one that most think of…
read moreLiving in Florida, you’re likely exposed to other peoples’ pets often. Your area’s weather tends to be warm and inviting, and that means everyone spends more time out in the…
read moreOne of our posts last week was about the little girl who was attacked by a dog when she sitting in a van. That little girl has to deal with…
read moreIn one of our blog posts last week, we discussed who could be held responsible for dog bites in Florida. Deciding who can be held liable for the injuries is…
read moreEvery year, many people are seriously injured when they are bitten by dogs or other animals. There are certain things people can do to try to avoid being attacked by…
read moreA young boy from Sarasota was taken to All Children’s Hospital by airlift after a 6-year-old pit bull mix bit him. It was reported that the boy suffered numerous facial…
read moreWhen a person is bitten by an animal in Florida, whether it is a dog or another pet owned by another person, he or she may wonder who will be…
read moreFor any Florida resident who has been the victim of a dog bite and is seeking remuneration for injuries sustained, it is vital to first establish whether or not the owner…
read moreFlorida is among the many states that have enacted dog bite laws. These laws are intended to encourage owners to control their animals by making them directly liable for any…
read moreFlorida is among the many states that have enacted dog bite laws. These laws are intended to encourage owners to control their animals by making them directly liable for any…
read moreAlthough Florida dog bite laws do allow victims of dog attacks to seek compensation from dog owners, some victims may find it difficult to prove a dog owner’s negligence in…
read moreEach year, roughly 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States. About 20 percent of dog bite victims require medical attention after being bitten. Half of those…
read moreThe first thing that many Florida dog lovers want to do when taking a walk is pet any dog they see passing by. However, while many dogs are people-friendly and…
read moreFlorida dog owners have a responsibility to prevent their animals from attacking others, especially children. A recent study comparing the statistics on more than 300 dog bite wounds revealed patterns…
read moreMany people may be unaware of how to stay safe in the presence of familiar or unfamiliar dogs, and more than 600 people in Florida experience dog bite injuries that…
read moreIn Florida, dog owners are responsible to ensure that their pets have been vaccinated against rabies. This is in part because if the animal bites another person, the owner can…
read moreFlorida law provides for an owner’s strict liability when their dog bites another person. Strict liability means that it is no defense in a dog bite case for an owner…
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