How to find a good lawyer if you’ve been bitten by a dog

I’ve been doing personal injury work for over 50 years. One of the saddest cases that I see are dog bite cases, and I’ve handled many, many dog bite cases over my career. Those are troubling cases. They’re problem cases. Many lawyers don’t have the faintest idea of what it takes to handle a dog … Read More

Receiving Compensation Following A Dog Attack

Dog bites and dog attacks occur often. In fact, over 5 million men, women, and children become victims of these attacks every year – many of which live in Oregon. In fact, just this month a yard maintenance worker suffered a serious dog bite while she was mowing a lawn in Northeast Canby. The maintenance … Read More

Dog Bite Injuries: More than Just a Scratch

Dogs are man’s best friend. But when that friendship takes a turn that result can be a devastating dog bite.  The recent attack of a Portland girl by a large dog in Gresham last week is only one example.  Television station KATU reports that the four-year-old child arrived at Mount Hood Medical Center covered in blood … Read More

Find Out About the Owner After a Dog Bite

In Oregon, the rule is that an owner is strictly liable for injuries caused by the dog if he/she knew or should have known that the dog was dangerous.  This is often referred to as the “one free bite” rule—essentially, an owner is not responsible unless the dog has harmed someone in the past (though, … Read More

Find Out About the Dog After a Dog Bite or Attack

Many people in Oregon own dogs, and while dogs can be a source of playful exercise and a loyal, trusted friend, they can also bite people and cause serious injuries. Oregon laws regarding dog attacks and dog bite cases have two important aspects: the dog’s history, and the presence or absence of insurance for the … Read More