A dog bite can happen instantly, turning a normal day into a frightening and painful ordeal. The dog’s owner might be a neighbor or a deeply apologetic friend. They may offer to pay for your emergency room visit directly or give you their insurance information. The insurance adjuster who calls you might sound friendly and […]
Many states, including Michigan, have legal mechanisms to help dog bite victims recover compensation for the harm caused by negligent pet owners or aggressive animals. However, knowing where to start and what to expect is often a challenge when suffering from the severe injuries these assaults cause. For those struggling to answer the many questions […]
More than half of all dog bite victims are children. This is an incredibly high number, considering that about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Out of that number, more than 800,000 receive medical attention for dog bites. Based on a 2023 report, […]
Dog bites are a hazard that you may run into when you least expect it. In 2019, there were 17,802 insurance claims related to dog bites, and insurers paid out $797 million for dog-related injuries. This does not include sums that dog owners may have paid in cases where homeowner’s or renter’s insurance wasn’t in […]
The majority of people have owned a dog at some point in their life, or spent enough time with a friend or family member’s dog to know this: Dogs can lash out, sometimes seemingly unprovoked. Even if you are familiar with a dog and it is not aggressive, they can become startled by minor events, […]
Whether you’re an animal person or not, chances are you’ll cross paths with at least a few dogs this summer. Between picnics at the park, strolls through the neighborhood, or backyard barbeques, canine companions are often out and about in the summer months. So, with summer just around the corner, it’s a good idea to […]
Each year in the United States, approximately 850,000 people receive medical attention for a dog bite, with the CDC estimating more than 4.5 million dog bite victims per year. Dog bites can be extremely painful and, in the worst cases, can be fatal. Dog owners who knowingly keep a vicious or dangerous animal not only face civil […]
A dog attack is a traumatic experience and for many victims, serious injuries can result. Victims who sustain injuries as result of a dog bite do have legal rights and should consult with an experienced attorney to discuss their case. At Goodman Acker P.C. our Detroit dog bite lawyers actively represent victims who are hurt as a […]
