At Slater & Zurz, our dog bite lawyers have decades of experience in successfully handling claims of dog bite victims either through negotiations with the dog owner’s insurance company or litigation.
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Should a person call the police after being attacked by a dog? Yes, unless the bite has caused very superficial damage which can be treated by simple first aid. Depending on the circumstances, it can still be a good idea to report the incident within 24 hours to local animal …
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According to the CDC, approximately 4.5 million people are bitten by a dog every year in the United States. Over 800,000 of these dog bite victims must seek medical care for their injuries. Dog bites can not only be extremely painful and frustrating – but they can also be costly. …
According to a recent study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC,) approximately 4.5 million, dog bites occur in the U.S. each year, and over 800,000 of those injured will require medical care. The treatment of dog bite injuries can be expensive. Yet, many dog bite victims don’t report the …
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Searching for an Ohio dog bite lawyer is something you never expected. It’s nearly impossible to anticipate a dog attack. You probably have many questions about what to do and what actions to take. We are here to help you. We’ve been assisting dog-bite victims in Ohio for over 30 years. Contact …
A dog bite is not something you expect to happen. When it does, it can turn your world upside down. You probably have questions about what to do and what actions to take. We’ve been helping victims throughout Ohio for over 30 years. We will provide you with the guidance …
Dog attacks can be very dangerous and even deadly. Proper care after being bitten can even lead to a serious infection. After you are attacked by a dog you should seek medical care immediately, follow the doctors’ orders regarding cleaning, report the dog attack, identify any possible witnesses, and speak …
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If you or your child has been bitten by a dog that belongs to someone else in the State of Ohio, you will probably be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Call our dog bite lawyers for a free consultation. In Ohio, the owner of a dog has strict liability …
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Five Ohio cities, including Cleveland and Columbus, were ranked in the top 30 for dog attacks on postal workers. The U.S. Postal Service released the figures for 2013 in observance of National Dog Bite Prevention Week May 19-25. Cleveland ranked third in the overall tally with 58 bite incidents compared …
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We like to think of dogs as happy-go-lucky creatures who are always friendly and (mostly) well-behaved. However, dogs can be aggressive when they want—or are induced—to be, for a wide range of reasons. While it is normal for a dog to show aggression under certain circumstances, aggression should never be …
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When it comes to dog bites, Ohio is a strict liability state. If you or a loved one is bitten by a dog anywhere in Ohio, the dog’s owner, harborer, or keeper will be held liable for a dog bite and any injuries or damages caused by the dog. The …
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