On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Nov 16, 2018 | Animal Bites
As a resident in Connecticut, you likely run into dogs several times a day, even if you aren’t a pet-owner yourself. Whether it’s a neighbor’s dog, a family dog, or just the dog of a stranger passing by on the street, there are plenty of canines...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Apr 4, 2018 | Animal Bites
Connecticut is fairly well known for dog bite laws that place strict expectations on dog owners to control their animals or face severe penalties. But what if you are attacked by an animal other than a dog? Is the animal’s owner equally liable if you are...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jan 8, 2018 | Animal Bites
Dog owners in Connecticut should keep a close eye on their dogs, as the state has strict liability laws regarding injuries caused by these animals. Unlike some states, it does not matter whether the owner knows the dog is vicious or not, if they attack and harm...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Aug 18, 2017 | Animal Bites
If you are struggling because of a recent animal bite, your life may be hard for different reasons. For example, you may be dealing with physical pain or a deep wound that the attack brought on. At Beebe and O’Neil, we also know that animal bite victims may face...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jul 31, 2017 | Animal Bites
Dogs in Connecticut are responsible for a variety of bites and other serious, sometimes fatal, injuries. While any dog can become aggressive if feeling in danger, there are certain breeds that are responsible for the majority of attacks. Being aware of these...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Feb 4, 2017 | Animal Bites
If you have been attacked by a dog, you may be suffering from all sorts of complications, from physical pain and a serious injury to financial troubles brought on by medical costs or lost wages. While experiencing these hardships, you should do everything you can...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jan 20, 2017 | Animal Bites
Every year, dogs and other animals cause injuries to unsuspecting victims, which may permanently change their lives for the worse. Since these attacks can make life so challenging, it is crucial for people to do what they can to prevent animal bites in New London,...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jul 17, 2016 | Animal Bites
According to the Connecticut General Assembly, state law mandates that the keeper or owner of a dog is liable if the dog injures someone. In New London, and across the state, dog bite victims are not required to prove that the keeper or owner of the dog...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | May 26, 2016 | Animal Bites
Connecticut has a large number of domesticated dogs. This means that a person’s chance of being bitten by a dog can also be somewhat high. However, not everyone knows where the fault lies in a dog bite scenario, and the fault can also differ from case to...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | May 5, 2016 | Animal Bites
Connecticut animal lovers such as yourself have likely been bitten or scratched by animals before. It can happen even when animals are just playing around, but the lack of malicious intent doesn’t mean you’re safe from the potential negative repercussions...
