Category: Dog Bites
The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently observed Dog Bite Awareness Month, and its press release included a surprising fact for residents of Wisconsin’s biggest city. USPS reports that there were more than 5,200 dog attacks on mail carriers last year, including 20 right in Milwaukee. That’s the same number as there were in Philadelphia, […]
A dog bite or attack can leave you with severe injuries. Taking prompt action after an attack can put you in a favorable position to seek financial recovery for your medical bills and other losses from the dog’s owner. Here’s what to do. 1. Ensure Immediate Safety Immediately move to a safe location away from […]
As the saying goes, a dog is man’s best friend. Most of the time, a dog is a wonderful companion that enriches the life of its owner. Unfortunately, there are times when man’s best friend will bite a person because of provocation, fear or instinct. In fact, there are millions of dog bites per year in […]
Dog bites are a serious problem here and across the country. Sadly, the victims are most often children. However, we can prevent dog bites by better educating owners, parents, children and the public. Start here with this month’s newsletter. The old saying “dogs are a man’s best friend” might be news to the more than […]