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…
Provocation: A Good Defense to a Dog Bite Claim?
The defense of “provocation” can amount to an excellent defense to a dog bite claim in Western PA and in most states. In fact, even some states applying a “strict liability” standard for a canine attack (such as Michigan and Montana) allow the defense of “provocation.” Pennsylvania does not have…
Dog Sitter or Walker (Non-owners) | Liability in PA
Dog Sitter & Dog Walker Liability for a Dog Bite in PA When a canine attacks and causes injuries, the dog sitter (watching the dog) or dog walker (walking it) can be liable as the dog’s “keeper,” as discussed below. Canine Sitter & Dog Walker Liability Pennsylvania Dog Law draws…
Dog Bites: 6 (Bad) Defenses to Injury Claims in PA
We have heard it all over 24+ years! We’ve encountered nearly every defense imaginable to a dog bite injury claim in Western Pennsylvania. Below is a partial list of some of the more interesting assertions made, by people trying to escape liability for injuries resulting from an animal attack. …
Delivery Driver | Dog Bite Claims & Defenses in PA
Compensation For Dog Bites of Delivery Drivers A dog owner may be liable for a dog bite or attack on a delivery driver in PA. Pittsburgh ranks in the top 20 cities in the United States for dog bites on post office mail carriers. Plus, the home delivery business is…
What To Do During An Attack
Steps to Take Even when attempting to avoid an attack by a dog, the physical conflict often cannot be prevented. So then what? First, don’t panic. It is true that dogs and other animals can sense fear. Plus, your excitement can further stimulate the dog or make the animal feel more confident…