Millions of people suffer dog bites or attacks every year. Unfortunately, most do not know what to do in the event that they’re bitten by a dog. First, immediately seek medical treatment by going to the emergency room, urgent care center or your doctor. Bite wounds need to be treated as soon as possible. Second,
The United States Post Office has released its annual list of worst 30 cities for dog attacks — and Cleveland is tied with San Diego for second place. In fact, the number of dog bite injuries affecting our city’s mail carriers rose dramatically over last year’s report, from 37 in 2014 to 58 in 2015. USPS
Many of us have gotten nervous when a strange dog approaches us aggressively. But maybe the dogs we should actually be concerned about are the ones in our own homes. Three Northeast Ohio animal attacks in July illustrate the danger even loved ones can face from out-of-control pets. Three dog attacks On July 13, 2015,
Most of us would consider the family dog a friend, not an occupational hazard. But for postal workers around the country, the “dog bites mailman” trope is truly a big safety threat. Nationwide, dogs attacked 5,767 postal employees last year. The United States Post Office has released its worst 30 cities for dog attacks — and
Next week (May 17–23, 2015) is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. It may seem dramatic to dedicate an entire week to this issue. But the Insurance Information Institute estimates that in 2013, insurers across the country paid over $483 million in dog bite claims. And according to the Centers for Disease Control, dog bites are
After a long, cruel winter, spring is finally approaching! I actually saw crocuses blooming in the yard last weekend. And as the sun thaws the snow, all of us have started venturing outside—including our children and pets. As a dog bite attorney, this feels like a good time to review your local rights in the