Like other accidents, it is important to seek immediate medical care after suffering a dog bite injury. Legal action for animal bites may be considered after effective care is provided. It is important to see a physician if the bite is deep, if the bleeding will not...
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Dog bites drop in 2018 but risks grow among young children
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Apr 19, 2019 | Animal Bites
There is good news and bad news concerning the frequency of dog bite claims in this country. These injury claims dropped by nine percent last year according to some research. However, the number of emergency room visits for children under the age of one suffering from...
Landlord liability for dog bites on their property
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Nov 29, 2018 | Animal Bites
Many people in Kentucky own a dog as a pet. These dogs are considered by many to be cherished member of the family. But, occasionally a dog is aggressive and bites another person. In these cases, the owner of the dog may be held liable for their aggressive dog. But,...
Cat bites, like other animal bites, can be dangerous
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Oct 31, 2018 | Animal Bites
Many Frankfort area residents have a pet. Pets are treated like members of the family and most of the time are friendly. But, occasionally an unexpected animal attack occurs, which can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. Although it may seem like most animal...
Kentucky has strict liability for dog bites
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Sep 15, 2018 | Animal Bites
There are many residents of Kentucky who are scared of dogs. Whether they had a bad experience as a child or just find them scary, they go out of their way to avoid meeting up with a dog. While most dogs are friendly and will just lick you all over, some dogs can bite...
How does one show that a dog is vicious?
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jun 27, 2018 | Animal Bites
Many Frankfort area residents own a dog. Dogs are important members of families and usually friendly. But, occasionally, a dog can be a neighborhood terror. In these cases, an animal bite can occur that causes serious injuries. In a dog bite lawsuit, a person needs to...
Common types of dog bite injuries
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jun 14, 2018 | Animal Bites
Many Frankfort residents enjoy taking a daily stroll in their neighborhood, through a park or other public space. Most of the time, these walks are enjoyable, but occasionally, a person runs into an aggressive dog that attacks. There are many injuries a person can...
State law protects victims of animal bites
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | May 31, 2018 | Animal Bites
Animal bites can result in physical injuries and emotional harm which can also create financial setbacks for victims. Victims who have been harmed by an animal bite should be familiar with the legal resources available to help them through the recovery process....
Emotional distress and animal bites
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Apr 12, 2018 | Animal Bites
For many people, animals like dogs make them nervous. Many Kentucky residents have had scary encounters with dogs and other animals where they were growled at, jumped on or even bitten. Sometimes these events bring both physical injury and emotional trauma. There are...
What are animal bite laws in Kentucky?
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Mar 23, 2018 | Animal Bites
Animal bites can cause serious harm and damages to victims and their families which is why it is helpful to understand there are legal protections available for victims of animal bites. Victims of an animal bite and their families may, however, wonder what the legal...
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