Dog attacks are caused by a variety of factors. One thing that can make a dog dangerous is if the dog has any aggression. Anyone who owns a dog must pay close attention to the dog's behavior, especially if the dog has shown any signs of hostility. Not all dog...
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Vernon takes action to curb its vicious dog problem
New Jersey dog owners are responsible for the actions of their dogs. If your child is playing in a park, and a vicious dog bites him or her, the owner of the dog will likely be financially responsible for the costs associated with your child's medical care. In...
Dog attacks against postal workers on the rise
Online shopping adds convenience to the lives of people in New Jersey and around the counry, but the U.S. Postal Service wants to remind everyone of the importance of restraining their dogs during deliveries. In 2016, there were 6,755 dog attacks on mail carriers,...
What should I do after a dog bite injury?
Most New Jersey residents can't imagine their dogs biting another person, but we must remember that dogs are animals and therefore unpredictable. In fact, nearly 5 million Americans suffer a dog bite injury each year and half of the victims are kids. Maybe you're...
Bit by a dog on your morning run? You have options.
With spring just around the corner, it is almost time to take your morning run from the treadmill back to the pavement. Returning to the outdoors reintroduces dangers you did not have to worry about in the gym. For runners that do not pay attention to uneven...
Can I get workers’ compensation if a dog bit me at work?
Workers' compensation benefits are available for people who have suffered a wide range of injures at work. The types of injuries that come to most people's minds are broken bones or repetitive stress injuries, for example. But virtually any type of injury can result...
Parents may be unaware of dog bite dangers
New Jersey pet owners might be surprised to learn that more than 50,000 children under the age of 7 were injured by dog bites in 2014. Young children are more likely to suffer bites to the neck and head because they stand at about the height of a typical dog. Since...
When a dog bites: Understanding your legal rights
A dog is an animal, and animals are unpredictable. While most people raise their dogs to be friendly and personable, others raise their dogs to be defensive and vicious. But even when a dog is bred to safely behave around people, it can attack a human. Children are...
Teach children how to stay safe around dogs
It's only natural for kids to love dogs, or at the very least be curious about them. In many cases, dogs will reciprocate, but if a dog is naturally aggressive or feels threatened it is possible that it could bite a child. As parents and caregivers, it is important to...
Dangers of cat bites
Many people in New Jersey suffer from animal bites each year. While people most often hear about dog bite injuries, cat bites can also cause severe injuries due to the infections that can develop from them. According to researchers at the Mayo Clinic, bacterial...

