Dog Bite Archives - Lee Steinberg Law Firm

Emotional and Psychological Effects of Dog Bites: Why Legal Help is Crucial

Dog bites are often associated with physical injuries like deep puncture wounds, torn skin, or even more severe outcomes like broken bones, nerve damage, or infections. But there’s another side to these incidents that often goes unaddressed: the emotional and psychological toll.   For many victims, the aftermath of a dog bite goes beyond physical scars. […]

3 Causes of Trick-or-Treat Halloween Injuries

Key Points of This Article: Be on The Lookout for Dogs, Doorsteps, and Drivers this Halloween Night While this year’s Halloween activities may look a bit different for Michigan families due to COVID-19, the same trick-or-treat dangers will be lurking for those who choose to dress up in their favorite costume and gather candy. Michiganders […]

Who Pays For A Dog Bite Injury in Michigan?

Dog attacks are becoming more and more prevalent in Michigan. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), there are about 84 million dogs now in the United States. About 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, with children the most common victims. Michigan is a top 10 state for reported dog bite […]

Michigan Dog Bite Injury and Provocation

Do You Have a Michigan Dog Bite Injury Case? Each year in Michigan, there are hundreds if not thousands of dog attacks that result in personal injury. These cases are governed by statute under the Michigan dog bite law, or MCL 287.351. The statute is as follows: 287.351 Person bitten by dog; liability of owner […]