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Hand holding a dog leash attached to a harness as a pet owner walks their dog outdoors in accordance with leash laws | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

Dog Leash Law Violations and Personal Injury Claims

July 24, 2026

Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Arash Karimi, attorney TL;DR: Key Takeaways for Dog Leash Laws in Texas Everyone knows that guy. The one who lets their dog roam freely through the neighborhood, insisting, “Don’t worry! He’s friendly.” And maybe that’s true. But being friendly doesn’t mean a dog can’t bite. Even well-behaved dogs can become startled, scared, or defensive, and when they do, they

German Sheppard bites man's arm | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

Dog Bite Laws in the U.S. and Dangerous Breeds Explained

March 17, 2026

Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Mark O’Donnell, attorney Dog bites are not just shocking and medically serious – they can carry legal consequences. Whether you’re a dog owner or not, it’s important to understand that certain breeds are more likely to bite and cause injury to children and which breeds pose the least risk. Which Dog Breed Has the Highest Bite Rate? Data from public health studies and animal behavior research consistently show that Pit Bulls have the highest bite rate among all breeds.

3 Mistakes to Avoid After a Dog Bite

June 6, 2024

A dog bite can be scary for everyone involved – you, the dog owner, and yes… even the dog! A situation like this can raise a lot of concern. Will the dog’s owner pay your medical bills? Is your wound going to get infected? Did the dog have updated vaccines? Should you hire a dog

What You Need to Know About Dog Bite Lawsuits

July 11, 2023

Dogs are cherished in many homes in the United States, with over 65 million households owning at least one dog. However, some dogs can be unpredictable, and their bites can be dangerous. 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs every year in the U.S., with 800,000 of those bites requiring medical attention. Dog bites can range from

A dog bit my child. What should I do?

March 16, 2023

Dogs are man’s best friend – usually. However, sometimes dogs and children don’t mix well. Maybe a child didn’t understand that a dog didn’t want to be bothered. Perhaps they accidentally touched the dog near its eye or other sensitive areas. Or maybe the dog simply attacked without being provoked. No matter why it happened,

What Should You Do If You’re the Victim of a Dog Attack in Texas?

May 2, 2022

You’re at a friend’s house, about to pet their pup. The dog seems nice — until they switch moods and bite your hand. Or even worse, let’s say you’re getting the mail, but the neighbors let out their scary dog…and now it’s chasing after you. If you were the victim of a dog attack, you’re not

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