They say dogs are a man’s best friend, and while it’s mostly true, like everything else in life there is an exception to the rule. Without notice or warning, a dog can attack and it’s neither enjoyable nor pleasant for the dog, owner, or victim. In Massachusetts, the dog bite law is set forth in […]

If you are considering taking legal action as a result of suffering a physical injury from someone’s negligence, you might want to consider keeping a victim diary. This diary helps you keep track of your injury by providing important documentation of its complications when pursuing a legal claim. A victim diary is written documentation of […]

There are an estimated 4.7 million dog bites in the United States each year. Of these, roughly 800,000 require medical treatment for the personal injuries sustained. An attorney in Massachusetts who handles these accident cases is an advocate for the injured victim. The attorney’s primary and ultimate responsibility is to obtain full and fair financial compensation […]

The Earley Law Group Injury Lawyers recently was able to secure a confidential settlement for our client who was bitten by a dog and suffered personal injuries. Our client, a teacher, was bit on the leg. The bite was to her thigh which resulted in numbness and scarring. Through negotiation, we were able to convince […]

No one ever wants to be bitten by a dog. Man’s best friend provides loving companion ship. Sometimes, like animals, they can behave very unpredictably. If you have been the victim of one of these types of personal injury accidents, it is important to know what to do after a dog bite attack. Receive medical attention […]

Dog bites are amazingly frequent. At our Boston law office, we are frequently contacted by people that have experienced a dog bite.  Knowing that to do after a dog bite in Boston can be crucial. First, contact the police. The responding office will write a report that documents the full contact information of the dog owner, […]

Dog bites are personal injury events that happen much less frequently than other more common types of injury claims such as car accidents and slip and falls. However, they do occur more than most people realize. For those involved in a dog bite accident, the question that often arises is do I need a lawyer […]

Dog bite attacks can range from benign to catastrophic. Sometimes a dog bite can leave someone with very minor injuries. Sometimes the outcome is much different. A man in Florida last week was tragically killed when he was attacked by a pack of dogs. Regardless of the injuries suffered, many dog bite victims wonder “Can I […]

Many dog bite victims after an attack are unsure what to do. They likely need medical treatment for their injuries and money for their medical bills. The injuries are so bad maybe they can’t even work. Many of these victims, when dealing with the aftermath of the attack, wonder what injuries are covered when a dog […]

There are an estimated nearly 5 million dog bites in the United States each year per the Center for Disease Control (CDC) 800,000 of these result in the need for medical attention. Roughly half of these attacks occur on the dog owner’s property, and these claims comprise roughly 1/3 of homeowners claims. As a Massachusetts bite lawyer, it […]