Learn what to do if an aggressive dog runs at you and why it works. Plus, get tips on things to avoid and how to get help if you are attacked or bitten.
Categories for Dog Bite Accidents
Who’s Liable for a Dog Bite If a Dog Is Co-Owned?
Find out who you may be able to hold responsible for damages if you or a loved one were bitten by a dog owned by more than one person.
What Are the Most Common Causes of Dog Bites?
Discover the most common causes of dog bites and which factors increase the risk of dog attacks. See how to advocate for yourself or a family member.
Do Dogs Bite More On Hot Days?
Do dogs bite more on hot days? Research from Harvard says yes. Explore the reasons why there are more dog bites on hot days & what to do if you get bitten.
Criminal Charges Arise From a Dog Attack in Quincy
A recent dog bite in Quincy resulted in criminal charges for the animal’s owner. Explore the difference between criminal and civil dog bite cases here.
Lowering the Risk of Dog Bites in Winter
Although dog bites happen more often in the summer, the cold can make some dogs more aggressive. Here’s how to lower the risk of dog bites in winter.
What If the Dog That Bit Me Was Trained to Attack?
Find out how a dog bite claim might be different if the animal that bit you was purposely trained to attack & how to hold owners responsible.
Can Service Dogs Bite?
Service dogs are trained to do tasks for people with disabilities, but do they bite? Find out here & learn what to do if you were bitten by a service dog.
Filing a Dog Bite Claim After Provoking a Dog
Were you bitten by a dog, but the owner claims you were provoking it? Here’s how you can file a dog bite claim in a strict liability state like MA & NH.
Understanding the Dunbar Dog Bite Scale
See how dog bites are graded using the Dunbar Dog Bite Scale and how this scale is often used in court to illustrate the severity of an attack.
