On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Oct 7, 2020 | Dog Bites
Thinking about the holiday season, it’s a fantastic time to see your family. You may have family coming in from different parts of the country or sharing your home with friends. As part of the holiday get-together, one thing you may need to deal with is your pets. If...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Sep 9, 2020 | Dog Bites
When dogs attack, it rarely ends well for the victim. Some of the most common injuries suffered in a dog attack include deep puncture wounds as well as possible damage to bones, nerves and muscles. In some cases, dog bites may even result in dangerous tissue...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Jul 7, 2020 | Dog Bites
You are coming onto the home straight, one block to go to your house, and you are in full flow on your 10 km training route. Then out steps that dog. There is nothing that spoils a run so fast as a loose aggressive dog. It can be tempting to plow on past; after all,...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | May 21, 2020 | Dog Bites
When you’re walking through your neighborhood or along an unfamiliar street, the sound of a big dog barking or growling can be startling for anybody. If you see that the dog isn’t properly restrained by a leash or fence, the sight can be frightening. That’s if you see...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Apr 24, 2020 | Dog Bites
When you were running for exercise, you saw an unusual bit of movement to your side. By the time you looked over, you saw a dog lunging at you. You didn’t have time to protect yourself, but you were able to try to block the dog with your arm. Needless to say, it was a...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Feb 24, 2020 | Dog Bites, Firm News
Dogs can be man’s best friend, but they also can be dangerous. While you may feel comfortable getting face-to-face with your own pet, when you meet other people’s dogs, you should be careful of their comfort level and temperament. In the U.S., there are approximately...
On behalf of Michael J. Gaffney, Attorney at Law | Feb 8, 2017 | Dog Bites
Approximately 4.5 million dog bites happen in the United States every year, and a significant portion of these become infected. An infection can lead to health problems, ultimately resulting in expensive and accumulating medical bills. If you or your child suffered...
