When you’re out and about in Los Angeles, encountering a variety of dog breeds is common. However, it’s important to recognize that not all dogs behave the same. While most dogs are friendly and well-trained, some breeds are known to be more dangerous than others. It’s important to understand that a dog’s breed alone doesn’t ..read more

When a loved one becomes a victim of a dog bite in California, it can be a traumatic experience. Not only is there physical pain and mental anguish, but there can also be a significant amount of medical bills. Our dog bite lawyers have guided countless families through the complex process of proving negligence in ..read more

Beaches are places of leisure and relaxation, where many people bring their pets to enjoy a day of sun and sand. However, this also increases the likelihood of dog bite incidents. When these unfortunate incidents occur, it’s important to understand the implications from a legal standpoint. Responsibility Of Dog Owners: Leash Laws And More In ..read more

Getting attacked by a dog is an experience that can leave you with permanent scars, including emotional trauma. If you have recently suffered injuries as a result of a dog attack, you likely have many questions regarding who is liable and what compensation you can pursue in court. The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, PC breaks down California’s dog bite laws in the following guide ..read more

There’s an old saying that “dogs are a [person’s] best friend.” Considering how many family-and-single households own at least one dog, the saying must be true. Unfortunately, your deep affection for and attachment to your dog is why it’s so frightening when someone accuses your dog of biting them. You’re at risk of losing your dog if a person files a dog bite lawsuit against you ..read more

All things we love about the weather warming up and summer approaching – longer days, social gatherings, bike rides – are the very same things that make it the most accident-prone time of the year. Below is a list of some of the most common summertime accidents. Swimming Pool Injuries There’s no better way to ..read more

In California, homeowners insurance can cover a dog bite. However, it does not always cover one. Some insurance carriers require homeowners to opt into dog bite coverage. Some carriers deny coverage of certain dog breeds altogether. To determine if the owner’s homeowners insurance policy covers your dog bite, an experienced dog bite attorney will need to review the language of the policy ..read more

With nearly 90 million domesticated dogs in the United States, it should come as no surprise that each year about 4.5 million people are attacked or bitten by dogs. Depending on the circumstances and where the injury happened, the victim may also pursue an injury claim based on the dog owner’s negligence or “strict liability” dog bite law that makes the owner liable regardless of the animal’s history or the owner’s carelessness ..read more

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in online shopping. This surge in online shopping led to rapid growth in Amazon’s delivery fleet and the urgent hiring of drivers. The unforeseen result was more people being exposed to dogs, and more dogs being exposed to drivers. Delivery drivers are more vulnerable to dog attacks than ever before – especially in California ..read more

Dog bites are unexpected, traumatic events for animal owners, witnesses, and most of all, victims. According to the CDC, more than 4.5 million people are bitten by a dog each year, and of those, about 1 in 5 require medical attention. Dog bite injuries can be extremely painful and cause permanent scarring and disfigurement, along with emotional trauma.  ..read more