We love dogs and normally have three to five dogs in the office each day. But a large number of our cases involve dog bites and dog attacks. Under Ohio law, the owner of a dog is strictly liable for bites or if the dog… The post Charles Boyk Law Is A Dog Bite Case’s Best Friend appeared first on Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC ..read more

We love dogs and normally have three to five dogs in the office each day. Most dogs are very good, but just like most drivers are good, they still get into accidents, but a large number of our cases involved dog bites and dog attacks.… The post Ohio Dog Bite Cases: What You Need To Know appeared first on Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC ..read more

As attorneys, we receive phone calls on lots of cases. A common problem is that the defendant is often not collectible. Our firm has a history of finding coverage for what initially presented as a bad case. Homeowner’s and renter’s policies are a fantastic way to find “a deep pocket” to cover an individual’s personal liability for negligence. This coverage follows the named insured or a family member both on and off their personal residence. We have been very successful in those cases and would be happy to co-counsel or accept referrals on them. Often, we have to file a lawsuit and fight for c ..read more

Our client was walking her small dog when a large dog came running out of a nearby home chasing our client. Our client began to run, tripped, and landed face first. The result was a fractured shoulder resulting in surgery. Unfortunately, the client did not file any police or dog warden report. She came to us 2 years after the incident. She initially had no idea who owned the dog. Boyk Law canvassed the neighborhood and found a witness. We also obtained an affidavit of the incident. We found the house where the dog ran from and determined that a visitor owned the dog. Even though the dog owner ..read more

On The Job Injury Results In Finger Amputation Our client was working at a job site doing landscaping work when she sustained injury to her pinky finger. The blister on her pinky finger became swollen and painful prompting her to seek medical attention. It was discovered that the finger was infected, and she was prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection. Unfortunately, the infection worsened, and our client had to have her pinky finger amputated. Our office is pursuing a workers’ compensation claim for her. Man In A Coma After Being Tased by Police Multiple Times Our client was pulled over ..read more

According to the United States Postal Service (USPS), mail delivery was temporarily suspended on a street in Youngstown, Ohio, after an unrestrained dog attacked a mail carrier. The USPS stated that the service had been suspended as there were aggressive animals that posed a serious threat to letter carriers. Service to the area was stated to resume once the area was deemed safe and the issue had been resolved with the animal’s owner. Dog Bites – Your Rights and Responsibilities According to the USPS, more than 5,400 postal employees were attacked by dogs in the United States in the past year ..read more

On August 21st, 2022, a postal worker, Pamela Rock, was attacked by dogs while on her route in Putnam County, Florida. She later died from her injuries. According to the United States Postal Service, more than 5,400 postal employees were attacked by dogs in the United States in 2021. The incidents include varying severity, from nips and bites to vicious attacks. Aggressive dog behavior seriously threatens postal employees and the public. According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department, Rock’s truck broke down on the road in the Interlachen Lakes Estates area before five dogs attacked her ..read more

Drunk Driver Smashes Into Motorcycle and Flees the Scene Our client was on a motorcycle traveling eastbound on US 223. As our client slowed for traffic, a drunk driver slammed into the back of his motorcycle. Upon impact, our client was ejected from his motorcycle and went sliding across the road. The at-fault driver took off from the scene but left his license plate lodged between the rear tire and rear fender of the motorcycle. Upon finding the at-fault driver, officers observed him as swaying, fumbling his words, bloodshot watery eyes, and smelling of intoxicants. Our client suffered severe ..read more

Unfortunately, dog bites and attacks occur all too frequently and it is important to know what to do after. Dogs are like family members, so people tend to let their guard down when around unfamiliar canines. Dog bites are common in Ohio and Michigan, which are both listed in the top 10 dog bite states with more than 1500 dog bite claims per year.  It is important to remain cautious around any dog you are unfamiliar with to avoid confrontation with the animal. The Insurance Information Institute and State Farm reported that “dog bites and other dog-related injuries account for more than o ..read more

Our office frequently represents dog bite victims and sees the devastating consequences which result from a bite. People who suffer the traumatic experience of a dog bite deserve to be fairly compensated for their medical bills and the pain they’ve suffered. The most likely source for that compensation will be the homeowner’s insurance policy. In Ohio, an owner, keeper, or harborer of a dog is strictly liable for any injuries caused by the dog. However, we often find that the owner or keeper of the dog doesn’t own the home where the dog resides. If the dog owner rents, it’s difficult to hold t ..read more