When Trials Become Train Wrecks  We always advise our clients on the advantages and disadvantages of settling a case before proceeding to trial, because an unfavorable day in court can have extremely negative outcomes. Even with a capable legal representative and strong evidence, trials inherently involve risks.  Many things can…

Can the person who harbors a canine that bites someone also be liable for medical mistakes that occur while treating the victim’s injuries?  Let’s say, for example, your neighbor’s dog escapes their property and trespasses on yours, to attack you in your front yard. Clear liability. You seek medical treatment…

The Issues With Using Expert Evidence  We have written about what evidence you need to prove liability in an animal attack case in PA.  But here we ask: when do you need the opinion from a medical doctor — which can be very expensive  — to advance your claim?  It may…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming many industries, including the treatment of canines.​ For example, a smart collar ​can monitor a pet’s activity and health​. But what about using Ai to predict canine aggression, especially on the part of a shelter animal with an unknown past?    Using Ai to Predict…

Claim For Failure to Vaccinate a Dog Against Rabies Our Pittsburgh animal dog bite lawyers have written extensively about the various claims for a dog bite, but what about rabies vaccination issues? Can the Defendant’s failure to keep his dog up-to-date on a vaccination for rabies serve as an additional…

Words You Say About the Attack It’s true that “anything you say can be used against you” in both the criminal context and when you are bringing a civil claim for a canine attack.  But your words may be necessary, at time, without your dog bite lawyer present, which is…