Category Archives: Dog and animal attacks
How Much Can I Sue for in a Dog Bite Case?
A dog bite can be vicious and unexpected. It can leave the victim seriously injured, physically and emotionally scarred. There are no specific limits on what a dog bite victim can claim in a lawsuit. Your lawsuit or insurance claim must be made in good faith, based on the facts and California law. Personal… Read More »
Should I Negotiate My Accident Claim With the Insurance Company?
You’ve been injured in a vehicle accident and want your bills paid and compensation for your injuries. You want a reasonable settlement, but you don’t want to wait too long. Should you negotiate with your insurance company after an accident? It depends on the accident and your injuries. Callaway & Wolf have represented vehicle… Read More »
SF Attorney Discusses Animal Attacking and Killing Intern
Lion Attack Kills Intern At Big Cat Habitat in California A woman died tragically when a lion at the big cat habitat where she volunteered attacked and killed her, Fox News reported. Investigators expressed uncertainty regarding why the animal attacked the woman, and why the woman was inside the enclosure at all. State regulatory… Read More »
Dog Attack Sparks Campaign to Ban Dogs At Parks in California
California Woman Seeks Changes At Park After Dog Attacks Son A northern California woman has begun a campaign to get dogs out of certain parts of an area park after an American bulldog attacked her son. According to a NBC Bay Area report, the city had placed signs stating that dogs were not allowed,… Read More »
Protect Yourself Against Pit Bull and Other Dog Bites
In light of pit bull attacks in the Bay Area, an article in SF Weekly examined different ways to handle dog attacks. The author mentioned that putting a wallet, tree branch, or cell phone into a pit bull’s mouth is the best way to release its bite during an attack. Additionally, if you are… Read More »
San Francisco Dog Attack Case Lead To Murder Conviction
A San Francisco Chronicle story reports that a California appellate court has upheld the murder conviction of Marjorie Knoller, the owner of the large dogs that fatally attacked a San Francisco woman back in 2001. California Supreme Court Upholds Conviction The trial court judge had held that Knoller could not be convicted of murder,… Read More »
