Florida 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 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 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…
read moreA 9-year-old boy suffered wounds to the back of his head, his ear and his arms after being attacked by a dog on Ryan Avenue in Apopka. The boy had…
read moreAfter a 7-year-old girl in Land O’ Lakes was injured by a neighborhood dog, the pit bull is now reportedly in quarantine as the owner decides what to do. The…
read moreDog owners are responsible for ensuring that their pets behave well around others. When dogs are vicious and prone to attack, it can lead to legal issues. That was what…
read moreMany Florida residents love dogs, but when they are approached by loose dogs – especially pit bulls – it can be a scary situation. Strange dogs can attack humans, resulting…
read moreMany Florida parents are aware of the dangers that pit bulls pose to young children. One family in another state is grieving the loss of a young girl after at…
read moreMiami residents love their dogs. Most know their dog’s limitations and do their best to keep them away from children and other stressful situations if they know the dog is…
read moreMany Florida residents own dogs. When trained well, dogs can be wonderful creatures and excellent companions. However, some breeds – and certain dogs without proper guidance – can attack others,…
read moreA concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury, usually with mild and temporary effects. But research into this relatively common injury now shows that there can be lasting injury…
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