Dog bite

National Dog Bite Prevention Coalition shares tips on avoiding bites as we emerge from a year of lockdowns, isolation

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
Dogs, Domesticated animals, Animals, Subspecies of Canis lupus, Dog bite, Ethology, Victoria Stilwell, Dog training, Biting, Pet, Pit bull, Fatal dog attacks

The Insurance Information Institute reported that in 2020, insurance companies paid $853.7 million for 16,991 dog bite and injury claims.

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  • The Insurance Information Institute reported that in 2020, insurance companies paid $853.7 million for 16,991 dog bite and injury claims.
  • To help our pets with this transition, the National Dog Bite Prevention Coalition recommends the following tips:
    Make sure your pet is healthy.
  • "When people talk about dog bite prevention, the focus automatically goes to dog training," said Victoria Stilwell, celebrity dog trainer and behavior expert.
  • "While dog bites are a serious public health issue, the good news is that most dog bites are preventable," said AVMA President Dr. Kratt.

U.S. Postal Service Releases Dog Attack National Rankings

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Thursday, June 11, 2020
Postal system, Dogs, Express mail, United States Postal Service, Mail, Dog bite

Postal Service (USPS) employees attacked by dogs nationwide fell to 5,803 in 2019 more than 200 fewer than in 2018 and more than 400 fewer since 2017.

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  • Postal Service (USPS) employees attacked by dogs nationwide fell to 5,803 in 2019 more than 200 fewer than in 2018 and more than 400 fewer since 2017.
  • Today, USPS highlights technology that helps reduce potential attacks, while releasing its annual list of cities with the most recorded dog attacks.
  • The organization also highlights safety initiatives to help protect its employees and offers tips to pet owners as part of the Postal Service's National Dog Bite Awareness Week, which runs Sunday, June 14, through Saturday, June 20.
  • The Postal Service offers the following safety tips:
    When a letter carrier delivers mail or packages to your front door, place your dog in a separate room and close that door before opening the front door.

National Dog Bite Prevention Coalition Offers Tips for Safely Sheltering at Home with Pets During the COVID-19 Crisis

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Dogs, Animal bites, Dog bite, Animals, American Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinarian, Humans, Articles

National Dog Bite Prevention Week (NDBPW) is April 12-18, 2020.

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  • National Dog Bite Prevention Week (NDBPW) is April 12-18, 2020.
  • Members of the National Dog Bite Prevention Week Coalition include the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), State Farm, Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.
  • The coalition joins forces each year to draw attention to how people can reduce the number of dog bites.
  • The public is invited to join this free webinar to ask questions related to dog behavior, bite prevention, and how COVID-19 impacts pets.

JOMS study: Children at risk for dog bites in eye area

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Thursday, January 16, 2020
Dogs, Animals, Organisms, Animal bites, Medical specialties, Dog bite, Eyelid, Eye injury

Yet, children were at less risk for dog bites in this area, possibly because of their body structures or because attacking dogs aim at their eyes, researchers wrote.

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  • Yet, children were at less risk for dog bites in this area, possibly because of their body structures or because attacking dogs aim at their eyes, researchers wrote.
  • Injury to the eye area called the periorbital region was defined as injury to an eyebrow, eyelid, inner or outer corner of the eye, the tear duct system or the eye socket and its contents.
  • Factors related to children's body structure as well as behavior of children and dogs could factor in the increased risk of injury to the eye area, according to the study.
  • According to the study, knowing children are at higher risk for an eye injury from dog bites could be important for treating and preventing these injuries.

Thomas J. Newell, Esquire Files Dog Attack Complaint Against Rottweiler Owners

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Sunday, September 8, 2019
Geography of Pennsylvania, Geography of the United States, Dog bite, Dogs, Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Rottweiler, Easton, Pennsylvania

EASTON, Pa., September 8, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On September 4, 2019, the Bethlehem, PA dog bite lawyer , Thomas J. Newell, Esquire filed a dog attack Complaint in the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas against 3 owners of a Rottweiler.

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  • EASTON, Pa., September 8, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On September 4, 2019, the Bethlehem, PA dog bite lawyer , Thomas J. Newell, Esquire filed a dog attack Complaint in the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas against 3 owners of a Rottweiler.
  • The lawsuit of Dieterich v. Soto, C48-CV-2019-8115, alleges that the defendants' dog, an adult Rottweiler, attacked a man and his dog, causing multiple injuries.
  • The Lehigh Valley dog attack lawyer has had the honor of serving as legal counsel for dog bite victims in 31 different Pennsylvania Counties.
  • More specific information regarding the successes of the Lehigh Valley, PA dog bite attack injury attorney can be found at PADogAttackLawyer.com.

Pennsylvania Attorney Jeffrey H. Penneys Says the Proposed Amendments to 'Dog Law' Would Provide Additional Protections for Dog Attack Victims

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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Dogs, Dog bite, Primark

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Philadelphia's "The Dog Bite Lawyer," Jeffrey H. Penneys, applauds pending legislation in the Pennsylvania Senate, which would expand protections for dog attack victims.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Philadelphia's "The Dog Bite Lawyer," Jeffrey H. Penneys, applauds pending legislation in the Pennsylvania Senate, which would expand protections for dog attack victims.
  • Pennsylvania's current Dog Law prevents many attack victims from recovering full financial compensation for their losses, which can be substantial.
  • Having represented numerous dog attack victims throughout Pennsylvania, Mr. Penneys has seen first-hand the devastating consequences that unprovoked dog attacks can have for victims and their families.
  • Mr. Penneys has been representing dog attack victims since 1995 and has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for dog attack victims and their families.

New York, New Jersey, and Utah Found to Have the Highest Average Dog Bite Claim Cost in the Nation, According to QuoteWizard Report

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Dogs, Economy, Animal bites, Dog bite, Dog meat, Insurance, UTAH, Animals

In 2018 there were over 17,000 thousand dog bite claims in the U.S., totaling $673 million in total claim value.

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  • In 2018 there were over 17,000 thousand dog bite claims in the U.S., totaling $673 million in total claim value.
  • New Jersey saw an average cost of $55,522.75 with 586 total number of dog bite claims, totaling $32.54 million.
  • Utah saw an average cost of $45,760.48 with 116 total number of dog bite claims, totaling $5.31 million.
  • QuoteWizard analysts collected data from AVMA, the Insurance Information Institute and State Farm dog bite claim data to see which states had the highest average cost per claim.

Avoid a Double Tragedy: During National Dog Bite Prevention Week® (April 7-13), American Humane Offers Tips to Keep People and Animals Safe All Year Round

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Thursday, April 4, 2019
Dogs, Animal bites, Animals, Dog bite prevention, Robin Ganzert, Dog bite, Dog, American Humane

As part of the National Dog Bite Prevention Week coalition, American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, is encouraging Americans during National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 7-13) and all year round to prevent dog bites and help avoid a double tragedy for both people and animals.

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  • As part of the National Dog Bite Prevention Week coalition, American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, is encouraging Americans during National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 7-13) and all year round to prevent dog bites and help avoid a double tragedy for both people and animals.
  • "A dog bite can have a devastating effect not only on the victim, but also on the dog, who may be euthanized," says Robin Ganzert, PhD, president and CEO of American Humane.
  • "It's up to us humans to protect ourselves, our families and our dogs from the dangers and consequences of dog bites."
  • Therefore, it's vitally important to keep both people and dogs safe by preventing dog bites wherever possible.

New research shows dog bites down in 2018, but risk increases among children under 1 year

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Thursday, April 4, 2019
Dogs, Animals, Animal bites, Canines, Dog bite, Dog

"These miscommunications result in most people being bitten by their own dog or a dog they know.

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  • "These miscommunications result in most people being bitten by their own dog or a dog they know.
  • Not only is it important to understand how dogs behave, it is important to understand how a dog may interpret our behavior."
  • The host of this year's National Dog Bite Prevention Week press conference, Chicago's Anti-Cruelty Society , is committed to helping pets and educating people through their programs and services.
  • The AVMA has an education-based toolkit including Jimmy's Dog House video series that teaches preschoolers how a dog might interpret their movements.

Lavent Law Launches New Scholarship

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Monday, September 17, 2018
Tort law, Civil law, Personal injury, Law, Dog bite, Draft:Petersen Johnson

MIAMI, Sept. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Lavent Law is proud to announce the launch of its new scholarship, the Lavent Law Immigrant Scholarship.

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  • MIAMI, Sept. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Lavent Law is proud to announce the launch of its new scholarship, the Lavent Law Immigrant Scholarship.
  • Attorney Boris Lavent will award $3,500 annually to an immigrant law student or one who has been accepted to law school.
  • About Boris Lavent and Lavent Law:
    Boris Lavent is a personal injury attorney in Miami, FL who handles cases throughout South Florida.
  • Lavent Law handles all personal injury matters including car accidents, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death cases, and more.