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Snohomish County Man Dies From Fatal Dog Bite Infection
Seattle dog bite attorney Christopher Davis has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Snohomish County Superior Court against the owners of a dog that was allowed to roam free and bite two men one of whom later died. Aaron Bock, Personal Representative of the Estate of Kenneth D. Bock, Plaintiff, vs. Konrad and Phyllis Haskins, Defendants, Snohomish Co. Cause #10-2-07346-7.Dog Bite Insurance Claims On The Rise | Washington Dog Attack Attorney
According to the Insurance Information Institute dog bites cost insurance companies 6.4 percent more in 2009 than in the previous year, with the average claim exceeding $24,000 for the third straight year. The injuries from dog bites cost $412 million in 2009, compared with $387.2 million a year earlier, the fifth straight increase. The number of dog attack claims increased 4.8 percent to 16,586.Seattle Animal Control Ordinances | Davis Law Group
Keep up to date and informed on the latest Seattle Animal Control ordinances and legislation.Everyday Do's and Don'ts to Prevent Dog Bites | Davis Law Group
Nearly 4.7 million people sustain a dog bite injury each year, with 800,000 needing serious medical attention. Find out what steps you can take to prevent dog bites.Business Question of The Day: Should your company participate in 'National Take Your Dog To Work Day'?
More and more dogs are going to work. Dog-friendly business practices and policies are allowing more and more employees to bring well-behaved pets to work. In fact, recent survey by the American Pet Products Association Manufacturers found that 20% of companies now have pet-friendly policies (though experts believe most are very small businesses).National Take Your Dog To Work Day is intended to promote how dogs can boost staff morale and productivity while reducing workplace stress. But having dogs in a business environment creates serious liability issues for the business owners, dog owners, and building owners that choose to participate. If a company allows employees to bring dogs to work and one of those dogs attacks a customer or another employee the company and even the building owner can be held liable and required to pay medical bills and other damages.
More on this story:Should your company participate in National Take Your Dog To Work Day?
Woman and Dog attacked by Pit Bull on Chief Sealth Trail | Seattle Injury Lawyer
A pit bull attacked a woman and her dog Wednesday night as they were walking on Chief Sealth Trail.Davis Law Group appears on 'Better Northwest'
Davis Law Group found and principle attorney Chris Davis recently appeared on Kiro 7's Better Northwest. In this segment, Davis discusses dog bite injuries, which as summer time approaches and more people are out with their pets, will continue to increase3 Dogs Euthanized After Vicious Attack on Innocent Man
Police with the Quinault Indian Nation euthanized three mixed breed dogs after they attacked a 59-year-old man Wednesday.Dog Prevention Week a National hit | Bellevue Accident Attorney
If you haven't already heard, throughout this week, May 16- 22, National Dog Bite Prevention Week has been taking pace and thus far it has been a hit.Pit bulls kill two family dogs in Mt Vernon | Bellevue Lawyer
On a normal day, two pit bulls known as King and Lola are two of the nicest dogs that you can come into contact with. Unfortunately, they do not have much longer to enjoy their lives because they are scheduled to be euthanized.USPS workers all in support of Dog Bite Prevention Week | Bellevue Injury Attorney
Postal Service workers want to put an end to dog bite injuries, both for their own well being and for the well being of others.Wenatchee Humane Society Already Seeing Spike in Aggressive Dog Calls | Bellevue Attorney
Dog bite injuries are common in the summer time. The physical injuries can be debilitating, but the emotional damage can be even worse.National Dog Bite Prevention Week May 16-22, 2010 | Seattle Dog Bite Lawyer
National Bite Prevention Week is sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association in conjunction with The Humane Society of the United States.Half of All Children will be bitten by Dog by 12th Grade
According to Dr. Alison Tothy, chairwoman of the committee on injury and poison prevention of the American Academy of Pediatrics Illinois chapter, half of all children in the US will be bitten by a dog by the time they are high school seniors.Seattle Police Dog Bites Robbery Suspect | Dog Bite Lawyer Washington
Two robbery suspects received dog bit injuries from a Seattle police dog Thursday morning after police responded to calls of a man yelling for help in the first hill neighborhood of Seattle.K9 helps take bite out of Crime
Early Thursday morning, two men and a juvenile were arrested on suspicion of robbing a man. What made this arrest different is that it was assisted by a K9.Dog Owners in New Orleans must get Permits for Non-Neutered Dogs
The New Orleans City Council has passed an ordinance requiring the owners of dogs that are not spayed or neutered to obtain a permit to keep the dog over 6 months.Dog Owners need to Increase Awareness to Stop Attacks | Dog Bite Attorney
Most dog owners are conscious of others around them and understand that putting their dog in situations where they may feel uncomfortable or threatened it not only compromising for the dog, but also others who, for whatever reason, the dog may attack. However, there are also many owners who fail to do so. Those who fail to do so put others at risk.Wilmington Boy Bitten By Dog When Walking to Bus Stop | Injury Trial Lawyer
A Thirteen year old boy was bitten by a pit bull while walking to his bus stop at 7:30 AM on April 16, 2010.Five Way's for Dog Owners To Prevent Dog Bites | Injury Trial Lawyer | Davis Law Group
Five helpful tips for dogs owners to know to help prevent their dog from biting someone this summer.Pittsburg Police still Searching for Dog after biting Child Over the Weekend
A Five year old boy was bitten in the face by a large dog believed to be a Saint Bernard. The boy was playing in his front yard when the dog approached and bit the boy.Do I need a Rabies Shot if I get bit by a Dog?
If you are bit by a dog, you may be wondering whether or not you need to be treated for rabies. The truth is, probably not. However, you can never be too safe. There are certain steps to take ensure you stay healthy.Understand Body Language can Help Avoid Dog Bites
Understanding a dogs body language can be the difference between being serious injured and avoiding injury all together.
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- Injured in Washington State, but don’t live there – MISTAKES TO AVOID
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Drunk Driving (DUI) Collisions
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- How soon must we bring a lawsuit on behalf of our child?
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Bus, Shuttle, Taxi & Mass Transit Accidents
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Head Injuries & Brain Damage
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Back & Spinal Cord Injuries
- My spinal specialist said I need a fusion. Is that true?
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- What is the mortality rate of people with Spinal Cord Injuries?
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Medical Malpractice, Surgery Errors & Hospital Injuries
- What should I do if I feel I might have a medical malpractice case?
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- Who can be sued for medical malpractice?
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Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
- I own multiple properties and recently a tennant's dog bit someone on my property. Am I liable for those injuries?
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- How can my family and I avoid being bitten?
- What is the most common dog bite?
- What is leash law? Does it apply in Washington State?
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- How can local laws prevent dog bites?
- Which dogs most commonly bite? Are some breeds more likely to bite than others?
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General
- The insurance company wants to tape record my description of the accident and my injuries. Should I give a recorded statement? Should I allow the insurance adjuster to tape record my conversation?
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- The insurance company is telling me that I "don't need a lawyer". In fact, the insurance adjustor says "don't get an attorney"!! What should I do? Do I need a lawyer?
- The insurance company sent an adjuster and another representative to the hospital after the accident. They wanted to make a recorded statement. Is that okay? Should they do that?
- Do I need to calculate the exact amount of my future medical needs when negotiating a settlement?
- What is the definition of 'pain and suffering'?
- What does 'loss of enjoyment of life' mean in a personal injury legal case?
- Can I be financially compensated (reimbursed) for lost work and/or lost wages after being injured in an accident?
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- What are non-economic damages?
