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Key Points: Table of Contents What is the Purpose of Dog Bite Laws? One key purpose is to protect residents. For example, Georgia has specific laws concerning dog bites to safeguard its citizens from potential dangers posed by dangerous or vicious dogs. These laws outline the responsibilities of dog owners and provide a framework for […]
Key Points: Table of Contents Receiving the Daunting Letter from Your Healthcare Provider Receiving a letter from your healthcare provider informing you that they are investigating the medical costs from a dog bite and are considering not paying them is a situation no one wants to face. Unfortunately, this happens frequently. Health insurance companies often […]
Are You a Delivery Driver Who Was Bitten, Attacked or Knocked Down by a Dog? Key Points: Table of Contents Being a delivery driver is generally considered a safe job. However, due to the large number of homes you visit every day to drop off packages, you’re quite likely to run into aggressive dogs. The […]
Key Points Table of Contents Dog attacks can leave victims severely impacted by the experience. Recovery from these injuries and damages can be difficult and costly. Nevertheless, Georgia’s law concerning these incidents (O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7) allows victims to seek compensation for the many kinds of dog-bite injuries and damages. Retaining an experienced personal injury lawyer […]
This legal guide explains who may be held responsible as an owner and how to recover settlement compensation or a verdict for injuries in your Atlanta, Georgia dog bite or attack case. Key Points: Table of Contents Under Georgia’s Responsible Dog Ownership Act, a dog’s owner may be held liable for damages if their pet […]
Key Points: Table of Contents In Georgia, What Do You Need to Prove to Have a Successful Dog Bite Legal Claim? Under Georgia law, there are two primary ways to hold a dog owner liable for your injuries. First, you can prove that the dog has a history of aggression and was carelessly managed by […]
Key Points Table of Contents Dog owners in Atlanta have a responsibility to ensure that their dogs behave and interact safely with other people and pets in the community. Unfortunately, many dog owners do not take steps to keep others safe, which can lead to serious or catastrophic injuries for innocent victims of dog bites. […]
Key Points Table of Contents Dog attacks can happen any time and any place in Metro Atlanta, though they are more likely to occur in familiar places such as homes, yards, neighborhood streets/sidewalks, and dog parks. When a dog attack is caused by the owner’s negligence, the victim is entitled to compensation for their bite […]
Key Points: Table of Contents Not all dog bites are instances of aggression; sometimes it’s just a playful nip gone wrong. Either scenario can be frightening or medically serious, particularly if the dog in question is unvaccinated. Bites from unvaccinated dogs increase the likelihood of transmissible diseases like rabies. This is why it’s important to […]
Key Points Table of Contents When a dog owner’s negligence causes someone to be attacked, the victim may have a legal claim for compensation for their dog bite injuries. Some dog owners post signs in their yards to warn others about their animals and to discourage people from entering their property. Many of these dog […]
