When an animal attacks, it can leave a victim with much more than just a cut or bruise. The physical damage can be quite extensive, but additionally, the emotional scarring from a dog bite can affect a victim for years following the incident. For this reason,...
Animal Bites
Dog bite victims are legally protected in Massachusetts
Dog bite injuries can result in serious, and lasting, physical, financial and emotional harm. When a victim has been harmed by a dog attack, dog owners in Massachusetts are strictly liable for the injuries and harm caused by the dog. This means that dog owners have a...
Know what to do after a dog bite injury
Most people never think twice about a dog bite injury. Instead, they assume this will never happen to them.Even if you don't have a dog, there could come a time in the future when you are attacked by this type of animal. If this happens, you must know which steps to...
A dog attack can change your life forever
Many people are under the impression that all dogs are friendly animals that enjoy nothing more than spending time with their human counterparts. While this may be true for the most part, you should always keep in mind that some dogs are more dangerous than others.In...
Animal bites can cause many types of injuries
If you are bit by an animal, such as a dog, you need to know what you should and should not do. An animal attack is extremely serious and should be treated as such. Once you remove yourself from harm's way, do your best to better understand your injuries. Here are a...
Common questions related to dog bites and attacks
A dog can be man's best friend. Unfortunately, some dogs are not as friendly as they appear, and this is one reason why dog bites and attacks occur from time to time.If you have any reason to believe that a dog may be dangerous, it's important to keep your distance,...
It’s unlawful to own or harbor a dangerous dog in Worcester
Pet owners in Massachusetts often consider their dogs to be like members of the family. Dogs offer companionship, protection and even amusement to countless individuals and families. As with all animals, though, dogs can be unpredictable and a dog bite attack can...
Dog bites 18-month-old child inside Massachusetts town hall
One of the most difficult aspects of a dog bite is often its unexpected nature. A person can be around a normally placid animal that, if unrestrained, can choose to behave in unpredictable ways. Adding to this element of surprise is the fact that dog bites can happen...
Caution a good idea when giving the gift of pet ownership
This holiday season, some Worcester residents may be thinking of getting someone they love a pet as a gift. Puppies and kittens are usually popular choices, as these animals can prove to be long-term companions as well as a cherished and memorable gift for an adult or...
Dog bite attack sends Massachusetts infant to hospital
Now that the weather has gotten colder, some might assume that the threat of a dog bite or animal attack is largely over, confined mainly to the summer months when more people are out and about. Unfortunately, though, a dog bite attack is a year-round threat for...