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Workers’With the weather warming up in Cook County, many residents are excited to spend their free time outdoors. However, they should be aware that with the nice weather comes an increase in the risk of suffering an animal bite. According to Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control, located in Iowa, 44 bites from multiple animals … Continue reading The number of animal bites are on the rise
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Owner information is critical in the wake of a dog bite
While the following story does not concern the law here in Chicago or Illinois, it does illustrate a key point about dog bites in general. Maryland lawmakers are on the cusp of passing a law that would hold dog owners liable should their dog bite an “innocent victim.” They also revised their definition of pits … Continue reading Owner information is critical in the wake of a dog bite
Dog bites are more common, but cat bites pose unique threat
When you think of animal attacks, your mind likely goes straight to a dog bite or a dog attack. You probably picture a large, vicious-looking pit bull with a spiky collar, barking and snarling at someone for seemingly no reason. The dog’s owner is nowhere to be found, and the person the dog is targeting … Continue reading Dog bites are more common, but cat bites pose unique threat
