As reported by DogsBite.org, a national dog bite victim’s organization dedicated to reducing or eliminating serious dog attacks, 34 U.S. dog attack fatalities occurred in 2015. Pit bulls contributed to 82% (28) of these deaths. Apparently, pit bulls, while many
Dog Bites at Holiday Gatherings
The holidays are upon us and who knows better than your dog? This is a time of large and small family gatherings in HIS house. Who are these people? Should I protect my human family or are these friends? These
Have you purchased a license for your dog? There are benefits beyond merely complying with the law…
Many dog owners have never purchased a license for their dog and are oblivious to the legal requirement. After all, unless you “get caught” why should you bother? Your thinking may be that your dog is friendly and basically confined to
How to inadvertently turn your dog into a vicious nightmare
People-look at the YouTube video I have posted here. What is this guy trying to accomplish with his Rottie? As the dog snarls aggressively, the man is rubbing and petting and positively reinforcing the growling. It seems the dog is
Report All Dog Bites and Attacks to the Police to Protect Others
If you or a loved one are attacked by a dog and injured, you need to report the event to the local police. Why? The only way a dog inclined to attack can be kept under the surveillance of the
Socialize your puppy-prevent future lawsuits
When you first bring your puppy home, it is hard to imagine it could ever be the source of a lawsuit. However, if you do not socialize your puppy from a young age with both new people and new dogs,
Dogs that attack someone off leash violate the law in PA-do you have a claim?
Do you have a claim if a dog that is not on a leash attacks you or your dog in PA?
Dog Parks-a good idea or a terrible idea?
I love dogs. I have taken my dogs to parks many times including dog parks. However, now that I have been handling dog bite cases for over two decades, I cannot allow myself or my dogs into dog parks. First
Doggone Safe, Site Dedicated to Dog Bite Prevention
Check out www.Doggonesafe.com . They are a Canadian organization dedicated to dog bite prevention. Doggone Safe is a non-profit corporation registered in Canada and Ontario, and in the US is a 501(c)(3) registered charity. Doggone Safe is dedicated to dog
National Dog Bite Prevention Week
The week of May 19-25, 2013 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. To read more about dog bite incidents and injuries visit www.worthingtonlawgroup.com.
Protect your Children from Dog Bites
Prevent a child from being bitten by following these guidelines described in an April 2013 edition of The AAP News which is the official news magazine for the American Academy of Pediatrics (Volume 34,Number 4, April 2013). The Article is
Spring weather brings on more dog bites
It makes complete sense that more people are bitten by dogs in the Spring and Summer months because more people are outside. Irresponsible dog owners who allow their dogs to wander without a leash subject innocent victims to the danger
Pair of pit bulls maul 14-month-old boy, killing him
Just one more example of a terrible tragedy which could have been avoided. Pair of pit bulls maul 14-month-old boy, killing him. For more information on order my free book on Dog Bite Attacks.
Dog Bites and Homeowner’s Insurance
Here is a link to an interesting article about homeowner’s insurance in relation to dog bite incidents. http://www.insure.com/home-insurance/dog-owners.html If you, a friend or loved one have been attacked or bitten by a dog, call us for a consultation. All consultations
If You and Your Pet Have Been Attacked by a Dog, Look at These Resources
If you were injured by a dog attack and your own dog or cat was injured at the same time, call Worthington Law Group at 1-866-644-2389 or go to www.worthingtonlawgroup.com and read about us. Also, look at these resources for helping your
Did you get or give a puppy for Christmas? It Might Become an Insurance Issue
Shocking:Your insurance company may try to cancel you if you buy a certain breed of dog!
Ever Wonder Why Kids are often Bitten in Facial Area by Dogs? Read This:
Contrary to what you might think, it may not be solely due to the proximity of a small child to the level of the dog’s head. Read this interesting article regarding dog bites to children. http://injuryprevention.bmj.com/content/16/Suppl_1/A172.4.full.pdf+html?eaf Click to order my
Dog Bite Prevention Week is Coming Up…
Dog Bite Prevention Week is May 20-26th, 2012. A great chance to create awareness! Click to order my free book on Dog Bite Attacks.
New Superior Court Opinion Regarding Issue of Responsbility of a Landlord as Intertwined with Liability of the Biting Dog’s Owner
I am always searching for new cases describing the PA approach to liability in a dog bite case in which the biting dog lives in a rented property. There is always an issue when there is a severe bite yet
Don’t Let Your Child Approach an Unfamiliar Dog
We bring our children up, for the most part, loving dogs. Children’s books and movies are replete with wonderful stories about close relationships between dogs and humans. However, we must teach our children that although many dogs are well trained,