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Dog Bites & Attacks

What Does Habitat Have to Do with Dog Bites?

Published on April 15, 2015 • Last updated March 1, 2023 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Current Events, Dog Bites & Attacks

Pitbull

Dogs can be a great companion; they can help teach kids responsibility and be a wonderful addition to your family.  However, dogs are still animals.  They sometimes act unpredictably—they can bite and injure people, even their owners.  But, there are usually reasons why dogs bite, which means there are things we can do to avoid an…

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Man v. Dog: Who is at Fault if You are Bitten?

Published on February 12, 2015 • Last updated March 1, 2023 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Dog Bites & Attacks

Angry Dog

In many states throughout the US, laws protect owners and dogs the first time that the dog bites a person. The practice of giving out “one free bite” doesn’t exist in the state of Utah. Under Utah State code, owners of dogs who attack another person are held responsible for the dog’s actions, even on…

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Dog Bite Claims: Do I Have a Case?

Published on June 27, 2014 • Last updated December 30, 2022 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Dog Bites & Attacks

About 4.5 million people report being bitten by a dog each year. Of those bites, about 20% require serious medical attention. While the percentage of those that require medical attention may seem small, both the injuries and the subsequent costs are serious. How do you know if you have a claim? Strict Liability Laws Whether or not you have…

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Preventing Dog Bites: What You Can Do

Published on May 19, 2014 • Last updated December 29, 2022 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Dog Bites & Attacks

"Dog portrait"

The aftermath of dealing with dog bites can be tricky, especially when young children are involved. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, each year, more than 4.5 million people in the U.S. are bitten by dogs. Of these 4.5 million, nearly 1 in 5 require medical attention for their dog bite or roughly 800,00…

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Vicious Animal Attack? Know Your Rights

Published on March 24, 2014 • Last updated December 23, 2022 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Dog Bites & Attacks

canine bite

About 4.7 million dog bites are reported each year in the US, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), millions more go unreported, driving the total up even further. Although rarely fatal, dog bites can have a deep impact on a victim’s well-being. Effects of dog bites extend not only to physical pain, disfigurement,…

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I Was Bitten By a Dog; Do I Have a Personal Injury Case?

Published on September 19, 2013 • Last updated December 30, 2022 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Dog Bites & Attacks

Dog-Bite-Book-Cover

The concept of this question is complicated to be sure, since there are certain defining factors that will make or break your case. After a dog bite occurs you might not specifically think the implication was a big deal.  However, dog bites can be very serious and very harmful. The American Humane Society estimates that…

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Dog Owner Responsibility

Published on August 21, 2013 • Last updated December 30, 2022 by Ken Christensen
Topics: Being Safe in Utah (General Safety), Dog Bites & Attacks

Dog Responsibility

Dog ownership is said to give many benefits related to health and disposition. Dog owners are found to have lower blood pressure and less stress as a result of their regular interaction with their dogs. Other people value their dog’s company and friendship. As man’s best friend, dogs are known for their loyalty and ability…

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