May 6, 2026

Dog biting a bystanders ankle

Man Recovers $600,000 From CNA Insurance Following Dog Bite in Rhode Island

A $600,000 settlement was reached by d’Oliveira & Associates Massachusetts dog bite attorney Heather M. Spellman on behalf of a man who suffered serious injuries and permanent scarring after he was attacked by a dog while lawfully on the premises of a business. Our client was at the facility in Rhode Island when a dog…

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July 3, 2025

An angry dog getting ready to attack

Attleboro, MA Woman Receives $100,000 Dog Bite Settlement From USAA

Recently, d’Oliveira & Associates Attorney Robin Gouveia negotiated a $100,000 settlement for a client who suffered a dog bite. While our client was on a walk, she was attacked by a dog, and bit on the hand. As a result of the attack, our client had scarring, lost mobility in her hand and required physical…

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June 5, 2017

Dog Attacks Involving Mail Carriers On The Rise

The number of postal workers who have been attacked by dogs nationwide significantly increased in 2016, according to data released by the U.S. Postal Service. The federal agency said there were 6,755 dog attacks involving mail carriers in 2016, about 200 more than the year before. Dog bite prevention training and continuing education are crucial…

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