On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Sep 17, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
When you look at dog bite statistics, it becomes clear that the risk to children is high. There are a lot of factors in play. Children tend to be smaller, shorter and less strong than adults, so they can’t avoid a dog or fend it off. They also may not see the warning...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Sep 10, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
When you see a cute dog walking past, it might be hard to not say hello without petting the animal. But it’s important to keep in mind that there is always a possibility that even the friendliest-looking pup might not be interested in your attention. To prevent from a...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Sep 9, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
A person who’s bitten by a dog needs to ensure that they get the medical care they need because there is a risk of infection. Bacteria from the dog’s mouth can enter the body through the bites. In some cases, simply washing the bite can remove the bacteria, but there...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Aug 27, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
If you had to guess what the biggest contributing factor to the severity of a dog bite is, you might assume that the size or weight of the dog that bites the human will determine the severity of the injury. However, an in-depth examination of over a decade’s...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Aug 18, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a million times: A dog is a man’s best friend. While this may be the case most of the time, don’t lose sight of the fact that dogs can be extremely dangerous. This holds true regardless of size or breed. For this reason, you...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Aug 6, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
Certain dog breeds are more dangerous than others when it comes to the risk of them biting or attacking a human. Some dangerous dog breeds are well-known, while others might surprise you. Most people know that the pit bull, also called Staffordshire bull terrier, can...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Jul 10, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
If your area has leash laws, then it’s very important that dog owners follow them. There will always be instances where a pet gets out of their fence or when a leash breaks, but on the whole, owners need to do their due diligence in preventing their pets from running...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 29, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
One of the times when a dog bite is most common is when the animal is just trying to protect its food. For instance, you may go over to a neighbor’s house with your child, and the child could run up to the dog — excited to see it — while it’s eating. Many...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 18, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
When people think of dangerous dogs, the breeds that they most likely picture will be the large animals with a reputation for aggressive behavior. Thanks to their frequent use in films, Rottweilers, Pit Bulls and German Shepherds often inspire fear of bites among both...
On behalf of Willumsen Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 10, 2020 | Dog Bites/Attacks
Every loving Houston dog owner knows that how a dog is raised and trained as a lot to do with the cause of the pet’s behavior. A dog from any breed can be brought up in a caring home and taught to act gently and friendly with family members, children and strangers if...
