June 10, 2015

What to Do After a Dog Bite if You Live in Bristol County, Massachusetts

If you have been injured in a Bristol County dog attack, you may not know what to do immediately following the incident and what steps you may need to take right away in order to protect your rights. Dog bite injuries often range from small puncture wounds to serious injuries that may result in permanent…

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March 7, 2014

New Bedford Dog Bite Victim Gets $95,000 Dog Bite Settlement

d’Oliveira & Associates helped a New Bedford woman get a $95,000 dog bite settlement. The woman was petting a dog when it bit her chin, lip, and cheek. The bite punctured her face requiring her require treatment from plastic surgeons. Attorney Robin Gouveia filed a claim against the insurance company and negotiated a fair settlement….

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August 17, 2011

Massachusetts Dog Bite Laws Explained

All too often, people all over the US fall victim to dog bites due to the dog owners negligence. As a result, there are laws that are in place all over the US to make sure that appropriate compensation is provided to victims of dog bites. One leading example of a state that enforces strict…

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