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Bitten By a Dog in New York: Now What?

New York seems to be full of pets, especially dogs. It’s difficult to walk down the street without seeing someone with a dog. If you own a dog or know someone who does, then it’s important to understand the dog bite law in the state. Even for those who aren’t personally acquainted with anyone who owns a dog, you may run into them so frequently that it’s worth understanding the laws – in case you […]

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NY Dog Bite Claims: What You Need to Know

It’s difficult to walk anyplace in New York without seeing a bevy of dogs with their owners. In the city, around the state, and in America in general – we’re just dog lovers! Most of the time, these pets make great companions who are loved family members – but sometimes dog ownership can go wrong, too. Dog bites happen. The state of New York has laws against dog bites as well, making it possible for […]

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How Dog Bite Liabilities are Assessed in New York State

A recent increase in New York dog bite incidents has compelled USPS employees to carry dog repellant, assign warnings to certain households, and equip their handheld scanners with dog alert software. It might be shocking to you that New York State ranks fourth in the list of most mail-carrier dog bite incidents. Each year, the United States Postal Service dedicates June 12 to June 18 as National Dog Bite Awareness Week. This year, they are […]

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