When someone’s dog bites a person, that person may be entitled to compensation. The Insurance Information Institute (III) found that, in Ohio, the average value of a dog bite claim in 2020 was $38,009. Of course, every case is unique, so you should not assume that the average settlement amount will apply in your case. …
There may be no telling when you might sustain a dog bite at work from a scared or aggressive dog. However, you should know that workers in residential areas run the risk of being bitten or attacked by a dog during their workday. Dog bites are not among the most common injuries you may experience …
People say dogs are a man’s best friend, and they can also be great companions for kids. Of course, it also pays to be aware of the dangers of dog bites and other aggressive behaviors when children are around. The great majority of dogs are friendly and loving, but — like people — they all …
Every year, approximately 4.5 million people sustain dog bite injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Twenty percent of these people will require medical attention at an emergency department or hospitalization for their injuries. What kind of physical injuries can dog bites cause? Facial Injuries Attacks to the face are common …
In the United States, about one percent of all injury-related visits to the emergency room are related to dog bites. Many dog bite patients are treated for open wounds and gashes on the skin, but some bites can lead to serious infections. Here is a list of some of the most common infections caused by …
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 12,000 people across the United States are bitten by dogs each day. One out of five of these bites becomes infected, which can lead to serious health consequences, including hospitalization. Any dog, regardless of size, sex, breed, or age, can bite. Even if …
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), Americans own about 70 to 80 million dogs. With all of these dogs comes a risk of dog bites. Under Ohio’s dog bite liability laws, injured victims can hold the dog’s owner liable for any injuries sustained. For help filing a liability …
Ohio law requires anyone with knowledge of a dog bite to report it within 24 hours. According to Ohio Administrative Code 3701-3-28, if a dog, or any other mammal, bites you, you should fill out a bite incident report and file it with the health commissioner in the district where the bite occurred. Ohio law …
Dog bite cases are common here in Ohio. If someone’s dog bit you, you may be entitled to compensation. Yet, victims of these bites often make critical mistakes that place their legal case in jeopardy. Below we review five of these common mistakes. If you have any questions, or if you were injured and need …