Loewy Law Firm Blog  — Dog Bites

If you’ve been bitten by a dog in Texas—or you’re trying to understand what the law says about responsibility after a bite—it can be hard to find one clear rule. That’s because Texas doesn’t have a single statute that covers every dog bite situation. Instead, several different laws may come into play depending on how the bite happened, what the owner knew about… Read More

Texas dog bite laws follow a version of the “one-bite rule” adopted by several other states. Under this rule, a dog owner may bear strict liability for injuries their dog inflicts by biting another person if the owner knows about their dog’s aggressive or vicious tendencies. However, Texas law also allows dog bite injury victims to impose liability on dog owners whose… Read More

Although many dog owners consider their pets loyal companions or family members, even the gentlest and most affectionate dog can suddenly lash out, becoming aggressive without any warning or provocation. Unfortunately, innocent people can become victims of dog attacks. Dog trainers, veterinarians, and animal behavioral experts recognize six levels of dog bites, first categorized by Dr. Ian Dunbar. The severity of a… Read More

A dog attack is scary and can lead to severe or debilitating injuries. Long-term complications can arise despite adequate medical care. Some victims deal with chronic pain or psychological trauma. Others end up with disfiguring wounds and permanent scars. Knowing how to handle an attack and who to hold liable can be confusing. You must follow a specific process to recover compensation for… Read More

Being bitten by a dog is stressful and frightening. Many people do not know what to do following a dog bite. Yes, you know that you need to get medical care, but what else? Here is a brief rundown of the steps that should be taken immediately following a dog bite. Information One of the first things to do is… Read More