If You are Threatened by a Dog what should you do?
- Stand very still and remain calm. Never scream or run.
- Do not turn your back on the dog.
- Always know where the dog is without staring...
Which Dogs are dogs that bite?- Grand Rapids Dog Bite Attorney
Which dogs bite?
ANY dog has the ability to bite. Although some breeds commonly are labeled as aggressive, it's important to remember that any dog can bite. In Kent County, some of the most common biting dogs include...
Strategies to Preventing Dog Bites in Grand Rapids
Strategies to Preventing Dog Bites
Dogs are wonderful pets that provide companionship, love and loyalty to many people. Many dogs will never bite someone but even the sweetest, most gentle dog can bite if provoked. Every dog has...
Grand Rapids Dog Bite Reporting
If you are bitten by an animal it should be immediately reported to Kent County Animal Control at 616-632-7300
Bite Investigation
The Kent County Animal Shelter investigates all reports of animal bites in Kent County as part...
Dog Bite Care – Grand Rapids MI
If you are bite by a dog, and the skin is punctured you should do the following:
- Determine the owner of the dog to make sure the dog is secure.
- Call the police to make a dog bite report, they will ensure that the dog is not...
Dog Bite Court of Appeals Case: KATHY KOIVISTO Reviewed
Claim of statutory liability under Michigan's dog-bite statute, MCL 287.351
FACTS
Defendants Ronald and Rebecca Macak owned two dogs being boarded at Chieftan Kennels. On June 5, 2003, the dogs escaped from...
Dog Bite Provocation Case – BRADACS V JAMES JIACOBONE
Provocation in dog bite cases is always a very litigated topic. Judge Sawyer attempts to narrow the issues on provocation for future opinions:
JUDGE SAWYER, J. CONCURRING OPTION
I concur in the result reached by the majority, but...
How Do Dog Bite Claims Work? – Grand Rapids Michigan
If you are bit by a dog, you should take the following steps:
- Get any necessary medical attention.
- Call the police to make a dog bite report.
- Take pictures of the injury (the bite) and the area.
- Write...
What To Do If a Dog Bites You in Grand Rapids Michigan
If you are bite by a dog, you can receive compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
First you need to evaluate the claim and how the bite occurred. In Michigan, dog owners are strictly liable for their dogs...