Dogs are man’s best friend. But when that friendship takes a turn that result can be a devastating dog bite. The recent attack of a Portland girl by a large dog in Gresham last week is only one example. Television station KATU reports that the four-year-old child arrived at Mount Hood Medical Center covered in blood … Read More
Find Out About the Owner After a Dog Bite
In Oregon, the rule is that an owner is strictly liable for injuries caused by the dog if he/she knew or should have known that the dog was dangerous. This is often referred to as the “one free bite” rule—essentially, an owner is not responsible unless the dog has harmed someone in the past (though, … Read More