In addition to causing injuries and psychological trauma, a dog bite can also cause you to become sick. Two illnesses of particular concern with dog bites are rabies and tetanus. Do you need vaccinations against either of these diseases after a dog bite? It depends on...

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How often do dogs show aggression toward humans?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Aug 13, 2022 | Dog Bite
When you first approach a dog, the owner may tell you that this dog is playful and relaxed. However, there are many signs that a dog is actually tense or unhappy that many people may miss. Understanding why dogs harm people and why aggression is hard to spot at times...
Chicago is eighth-worst city for dog attacks on mail carriers
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Jul 6, 2022 | Dog Bite
Dogs attacking the mail carrier is an often joked about cliche, but it is also something that actually happens. In the city of Chicago, IL, it is something that happens a lot. A recent poll ranks the city eighth on its list of American cities with the most dog attacks...
How to prevent bites from a dog
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Jan 5, 2022 | Dog Bite, Personal Injury
In addition to being painful and potentially disfiguring, dog bites can spread dangerous diseases, such as rabies or tetanus. Therefore, you and your family should avoid them if possible. You may think that the greatest risk of a dog bite comes from animals that you...
How serious could dog bite injuries become?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Apr 4, 2021 | Dog Bite
Dog bites make up about 90% of the bite wounds occurring each year in the U.S., according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. That accounts for more than 4 million dog bites, many of which may develop into serious health issues if left untreated. As noted by...