In the United States, over 4.5 million people suffer from dog bites every year. Of those 4.5 million, 800,000 people require medical care after a dog bite. Children are the most common victims of dog bites. Half of those who undergo medical care after an incident with...
Animal Bites
How do dog bites mentally impact their victims?
Massachusetts has plenty of dogs and dog owners. This means there are also plenty of bite attacks. Unfortunately, most bite attacks do not come from unfamiliar dogs. They originate from dogs that people know well, such as the dog of a neighbor, friend or family...
How can I tell if a dog will bite?
While the majority of Americans have positive associations with dogs, the reality is that dogs are animals and can bite. Many times this is not the fault of the dog, but rather the fault of a human who could not read the body language of a dog correctly. Most dogs are...
3 Steps you should take after a dog bites your child
Dog bites are serious injuries that can leave both physical and psychological marks on a child. In fact, children are more likely to be the victim of a dog bite because they can’t recognize a dog’s body language as well as adults can. Statistics show that dog bite...
Does the type of animal impact an animal bite action?
We have all heard that a dog is a man's best friend; however, some individuals in Massachusetts and elsewhere may not be dog people. Owning a pet, whether it is a dog, cat, bird, horse, farm animal or wild animal, comes with many responsibilities. And when an owner of...
What dog breeds are most likely to bite?
No matter your opinion on dogs or certain breeds, receiving a dog bite injury is an unfortunate risk. Dog attacks can result in various types of injuries in varying levels of seriousness. Common injuries that occur as a result of dog bites include: Puncture wounds...
When animal bites happen at rented properties
Not all rental properties throughout Massachusetts allow their tenants to have pets. While dogs, cats, and other domestic animals can make wonderful companions for Worcester residents, they can also do a lot of damage to homes and apartments when they are not properly...
Support animal attacks child at airport
Readers of this personal injury blog may not be aware that there is a difference between service animals and emotional support animals. While service animals are capable of performing necessary tasks for their handlers, emotional support animals are companions who...
Strict liability in a Massachusetts animal bite case
Many of the posts on this personal injury legal blog focus on the theory of negligence. Generally, negligence may occur when a person fails to act reasonably given their circumstances. The negligent acts of individuals can lead to violent car accidents, dangerous...
Does the one-bite rule apply in Massachusetts?
Many Worcester households include pets that enrich the lives of their owners. Over time, animals can become members of a family and can hold special places in the hearts of those who love them. However, it is important that everyone remembers that pets are animals and...