Could owner be liable even if the dog wasn’t running loose?

It is important for children and their parents to know that any dog can bite and cause serious injury. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says about Children tend to excite dogs when they are loud and move about quickly. Young children may not know how to treat a dog, and may be too aggressive or even hurt a dog. A threatened... Read More

If a dog bites you, you should seek medical attention immediately. By delaying medical attention, you risk getting an infection—or even contracting rabies. You should also: Take pictures of your injury Keep records of your daily pain levels Take your medications and attend your follow-up appointments You should also consider how... Read More

Yes, you have to report your dog bite in Indiana. According to the State of Indiana, you will need to report the incident to your local health department. You have 24 hours to make this report. If you sought medical attention for your injury, your physician would be required to report the incident. This procedure does not just pertain to dog... Read More