How to Report a Dog Bite in Pittsburgh & Western PA

Our Pittsburgh lawyers regularly advise victims of a dog bites at every stage, including how to report a dog bite to authorities right up through  settlement or trial of the civil case for compensation for injuries. We also attend criminal hearings related to the attack that caused our client’s injuries.   The…

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Changes to PA’s Dog Law in 2024

Many feel that PA’s dog law is too lenient against those who own or harbor a dangerous dog. For example, unlike 36 other states having strict liability for dog bites, PA requires the injured party to prove negligence (in most cases) to get money for a dog attack. The reason?…

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Unrepresented Dog Owner Not Liable (Defense Verdict)

Our primary responsibility — as Pittsburgh lawyers helping dog bite victims — is to give candid advice that helps our injured clients.  One thing we say during every consultation is:  there are no guarantees in litigation.  A good lawyer can help your enhance your chances of success, but sometimes, an…

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Dog Bite: Gov’t & Police K-9 Liability

Dog Attacks – Governmental Dogs & Police K-9s Our Pittsburgh lawyers handle dog bite claims involving police K-9s or other dogs owned or controlled by governmental entities, such as a township, municipality, or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including shelters or dogs in police custody.  

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