Akron Dog Bite Attorneys

Being attacked by a dog can be a frightening, even terrifying, experience. The victim of a dog attack can be severely injured, and traumatized; severe cases, especially those involving children, can be fatal. Dog attack statutes vary by state. Some include one "free" bite for each dog, before which the owner is considered unaware that the dog is dangerous. Other states hold any dog owner strictly liable for the dog’s behavior in an unprovoked attack (that is, the victim did nothing to threaten the dog or cause it to attack in self-defense). When, where, or how many previous attacks the dog has made make no difference - the owner is considered responsible.

If you are a dog owner, consider taking these steps to minimize the possibility of your dog attacking someone:

Fix (spay or neuter) your dog
Do not encourage "rough" or aggressive play
Keep vaccinations up to date.
Enroll your dog in obedience classes.
Also supervise your dog with babies and small children
Do not allow your dog to roam, use a pen or fenced yard instead

Safety tips for dealing with dogs:

Do not interact with strange dogs
Eating, sleeping, and caring for puppies are vulnerable times for dogs - do not approach them during these times
Always allow a dog to see you and smell you before attempting to pet it
Do not leave children alone with any dog
Avoid aggression, prolonged eye contact (staring), and running from dogs
If attacked, stay still
If knocked down, curl into a ball and protect yourself

If you are attacked, seek help quickly. Try to find out who the owner is, but seek medical help first.

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, call Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC at 1-330-869-9007 or toll free 1-800 HURT NOW (1-800-487-8669) or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.