As a dog bite victim in Washington, you have specific rights and legal avenues that you should be aware of. At Russell & Hill, PLLC, we are experienced at bringing these types of cases on behalf of victims. Below, we explain some of the key aspects of dog bite laws that you need to know. […]
A woman in Everett, Washington was awarded $3 million after being injured in a dog bite. The woman, who has not been identified, was walking her own dog when she was attacked by a neighbor’s dog. The neighbor’s dog was a large breed dog, and it bit the woman on the leg, causing serious injuries. […]
Being attacked by a dangerous dog can be a traumatic and life-altering experience. In addition to the physical injuries that a victim may suffer, the psychological and emotional distress that follows can be severe and long-lasting. Psychological effects of a dog attack Victims of dog attacks may experience a range of psychological effects, including: Post-traumatic […]
Now, more than ever, Americans own dogs. And over the summer, you will see more of these four-legged friends walking on a leash at the park or tableside at any of the cafes and restaurants that are becoming more pet-friendly. While that paints a nice picture, there are still risks involved when you bring humans, […]
Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, many changes have happened, from remote working to preventing air travel to running out of toilet paper. Another phenomenon occurred, which is animal fostering and adopting skyrocketed. People are home more and want a furry creature to keep them company. However, not everyone is equipped to manage their animals, especially […]
Most people, especially in the State of Washington are dog lovers whether they currently own one or not. However, if a dog is not properly restrained, trained, maintained, or handled by its owner, it can be very dangerous, including death. In fact, according to DogsBite.org, 2019 recorded 48 fatal dog attacks, the highest recorded in […]
