Dog Bite Liability Insurance: The Basics of Aggressive Dog BehaviorAs a dog owner, you’re probably inclined to believe your lovable dog is not capable of aggressive behavior. But as we’ve stated before, any breed and any size dog can show signs of aggression. Yes, there are several that have a predisposition to this type of behavior, but even “cute” … [more]
Dog Bite Liability Laws and State StatutesIn our previous blog post regarding dog bite liability laws, we reiterated the generality of the one bite rule, strict liability rules and negligence law. Dog bite codes and regulations greatly vary in each state, county and city; so it’s important to understand how the dog bite is applicable to your specific … [more]
Does My Homeowners Insurance Policy Cover Dog Bites?The United States Postal Service’s annual public service campaign, National Dog Bite Prevention Week will commence in two short weeks. Its efforts are to provide dog bite prevention tips and highlight the prevalence of dog bites.
So, how prevalent are dog bites? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, … [more]