Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

Dog bites are a serious problem in the U.S. Approximately 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, and about 20 percent of those bites require medical care, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2006, approximately 31,000 people underwent reconstructive surgery as a result of dog bites.

The rate of dog bite injuries is highest among children ages 5 to 9. So how can you keep your children from suffering a serious dog bite? First, you need to do some research before bringing a dog into your household. Carefully choose the breed, being sure to avoid aggressive breeds or breeds that do not interact well with children. Spend time with the dog before finalizing the adoption, making sure to observe your child interacting with the dog. Never leave your child alone with a new dog or even a dog that your child is familiar with.

In order to lessen the chance of your child being bitten by a stranger’s dog, there are several steps you can take. First of all, children should never approach a stranger’s dog. Do not pet a dog without allowing the dog to sniff and see your child first. If an unfamiliar dog approaches, remain motionless. If a dog is sleeping, eating or nursing puppies, the dog should not be disturbed. If a dog knocks a child over, the child should roll into a ball and lay still.

Dog bites in California can cause serious injuries and even be life threatening in some instances. If you or a loved one has been attacked and believe that the dog owner’s negligence contributed to the bite injury taking place, contact the skilled San Fernando Valley dog bite lawyers at the Mandell Law Firm. Our experienced injury lawyers are dedicated to helping dog bite victims get the compensation they deserve. Contact us today at 818-886-6600 for a free consultation.

The website poughkeepsiejournal.com reported that a man involved in a recent case was originally seeking $300,000 and claimed that he had lost partial use of his left hand. The man and the dog owner’s insurance carrier came to an accord during trial before acting state Supreme Court Judge Thomas J. Dolan in the city of Poughkeepsie. The bite happened in the town of Washington while the man was working on another person’s property when the dog came from next door and bit him.

The lawyer for the man said, “It was a business decision,” and added, “We did not make any admissions that this dog was vicious. It was clear this dog did not have any vicious propensities.”

Each year approximately 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States. It is estimated that 1,000 people in America visit the emergency room each day due to dog bite injuries.

Most of us are aware of the many joys having a pet can provide a person; however, pets, such as dogs, can also pose the threat of serious injury when they are improperly contained, taken care of, or trained. Unfortunately, on too many occasions dog owners believe their dogs are friendly and leave them untied or unsupervised.

If you have been bitten by a dog in Northridge, you have the right to ask for compensation for your medical bills, suffering, and any potential monetary loss if the owner did not take proper precautions to ensure that their dog would not harm innocent people. The experienced Northridge dog bite lawyers at the Mandell Law Firm can help you with your case. Considering that our firm obtained nearly $10 million in settlements and verdicts in 2001, you can rest assured that we will utilize our extensive legal knowledge and skills to reach a successful outcome in your case. Contact the Mandell Law Firm today for your free consultation by calling 1-818-886-6600.

Source:http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20090906/NEWS05/909060345

A man believes that a 53 year old female postal mail carrier may have provoked his pit bull to attack her, sending her to the hospital with serious chest and hand injuries. Officials euthanized the dog stating that it was a vicious attack dog committed by an animal too dangerous to be left to interact with others. The cbs4.com story also reported that the owner is upset that he could not bring his dog back to his residence to bury it. Authorities explained that the dog’s head was cut off and sent to be tested to see if the animal had rabies. Animal shelter authorities went on to explain that this was standard procedure when owners signed their dogs over to the shelter in these instances. The dog owner claims to have been forced to sign.

The owner said, “That’s my family, I’m entitled to my dog.”

Ignatius Carroll, Miami Fire Rescue Lieutenant reported that the dog had jumped at the mail carrier. “She was able to push the dog away from her face, and it lunged at her and bit her in the chest area and also bit her on the hand. She got some significant bites.”

Each year approximately 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States. It is estimated that 1,000 people in America visit the emergency room each day due to dog bite injuries.

Dog attacks are an all too familiar occurrence in crowded cities like Northridge and many other areas of the vast San Fernando Valley. Many dog owners are under the assumption that their dogs are friendly and leave them untied and even worse, unsupervised. If you have been bitten by a dog in Northridge, you have the right to ask for compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and even loss of wages. The experienced Northridge dog bite accident lawyers at the Mandell Law Firm can assist you with your case. For your free animal bite injury consultation, please call 1-818-886-6600 today.

Source:http://cbs4.com/pets/Dog.bite.dog.2.1117429.html