Are Pitbulls More Dangerous Than Other Dogs?
The pitbull is an intimidating dog with a muscular body, broad head, and powerful jaws. It’s no wonder when some people are asked, "Are pitbulls more dangerous?" They say yes. Not only is this not fair, but it’s also flat-out wrong. Any dog that’s provoked or mistreated can attack. The following is a look at why the pit bull gets a bad rap and why that reputation is undeserved. Contact Sand Law immediately if you’ve suffered a severe injury due to a dog bite. We’ll help you find justice and get the money you deserve. Use our online form or call 701-609-1510 for a free consultation. Bully Breeds Get a Bad Reputation: Are Pitbulls More Dangerous? Pitbulls and other bully breeds, such as American Staffordshire Terriers and Staffordshire Bull Terriers, often face a negative reputation perpetuated by media sensationalism and misconceptions. This reputation has led to various breed-specific legislation and discriminatory policies. But aggression in dogs is not solely determined by breed. Multiple factors influence how a dog will behave. Aggression in dogs can occur due to genetics, individual temperament, socialization, training, and the environment in which they are raised. It is unfair to make sweeping generalizations about an entire...
Do I Need to Hire a Dog Bite Injury Attorney?
You might have recently suffered a frightening dog attack, and you’re wondering if you should take legal action against the owner. If the dog bite led to you needing medical help, then you definitely need to hire a dog bite injury attorney as soon as possible. There’s no reason you should have to pay for any expenses related to the attack when it wasn’t even your fault to begin with. The dog bite attack attorneys with Sand Law are ready to help if you find yourself in this unfortunate situation. Our team of legal experts has a great deal of experience in cases similar to yours, and we help our clients obtain full and fair compensation on a regular basis. See what we may be able to do for you by contacting us online or giving us a call at 701-609-1510. The following are some questions you should ask yourself if you’ve been bitten by a dog. If you can answer “Yes” to any of them, contact an attorney as soon as you can. Are Your Injuries Severe? A dog bite can result in an incredibly serious injury that can require years of treatment – and can lead to permanent...
How to Prove Fault in a Dog Bite Claim
If you’ve been the victim of a dog bite, there’s a very high likelihood that it was the most terrifying experience of your life – and probably the most painful, as well. You’ve not only suffered major injuries, you’ve also incurred substantial monetary losses due to medical expenses and lost wages. Even worse, the insurance company of the dog’s owner is probably claiming you were somehow to blame for the attack. The North Dakota dog bite attorneys with Sand Law have seen the tactics insurers use in an effort to deny compensation. We will fight to make sure that company can’t concoct a ridiculous story in an effort to deflect responsibility toward you, instead of where the blame truly belongs. If you would like to learn more about how we may be able to help, please use our online contact form or give us a call at 701-609-1510 to schedule a free case review. What to do if a Dog Bites You As horrifying as a dog attack may be, you’ll still need to try to keep your head as best you can. First, you’ll need to seek medical care, even if you think you can treat the bite on...
Do I Have a Dog Bite Injury Case?
When you’re near a dog you don’t know, whether that’s in a friend’s home or you’re on a dog-friendly patio at a local restaurant, you probably do whatever you can to avoid suffering a bite. But bites can happen, no matter how many precautions we may take. If this has happened to you, there’s a good chance you might be able to file a dog bite lawsuit. The attorneys with Sand Law have a long history of fighting – and winning – these kinds of cases. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you or someone close to you has suffered injuries due to a dog attack. You can schedule a free consultation by contacting us online, or by giving us a call at 701-609-1510. Dog Bite Injury Laws in North Dakota As with all personal injury cases, you only have a certain amount of time to take legal action if you’ve been the victim of a dog bite. This time period is known as the statute of limitations. In North Dakota, the statute of limitations is six years from the date the dog bite took place. In order for you to be able to obtain compensation for the injuries...
Dog Bite Injury Answers: Tips to Avoid or Minimize a Dog Attack Injury
A dog bite injury can be devastating or even fatal. Each day there are 1,000 citizens in the United States who require emergency medical treatment for serious injuries. In a 13-year period from 2005 to 2017, there were 433 fatalities associated with dog bite injuries and attacks. Most fatal attacks occur because of Pit bulls (65.6%) and Rottweilers (10.4%). North Dakota Dog Bite Laws In North Dakota, you are permitted to recover compensation if you can prove that the dog owner was negligent in not preventing your dog bite injury from occurring. This is true whether they knew that the dog was vicious prior to the attack or not. North Dakota doesn't have a specific statute of limitations for a dog bite claim. So you must follow the personal injury statute of limitations. This means that a dog bite claim must be filed within six years of the injury, or two years if wrongful death occurred. When receiving compensation for your injury, you can claim damages such as medical bills, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Monetary losses like medical bills are calculated based on the amount you've billed overall, while non-monetary losses are calculated based on how much your quality of...