As the holidays draw near, the rise in online shopping and food orders paints a lively picture. According to the United States Postal Service, there were over 13 billion packages and mailpieces delivered during the 2022 holiday season. That doesn't include numbers...
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Dog Bites
Which Connecticut city saw the most mail carriers bitten by dogs?
The old jokes about dogs biting mail carriers are, unfortunately, true. Connecticut is second in mail carriers bitten by dogs out of the New England states. Although Connecticut sits in the middle of all 50 states, it still has a high number of dog attacks. The...
When dogs bite: Two steps to take after a dog attacks a child
Dog attacks happen. Although dogs often make wonderful family pets, we must keep in mind that they are animals. Even the sweetest pup can bite when threatened and, unfortunately, not all the dogs in our neighborhoods are sweet pups. In a recent example, a dog found...
Who is liable for a dog bite injury?
You may be delivering mail or a package as part of your job. Or you could be heading to visit a neighbor to catch up. Or even you and your child could be outside playing and suddenly the unthinkable happens: a dog viciously attacks you – or your kid. In the attack,...
How can I tell if a dog is about to bite?
There is little doubt that dog is man's best friend, but there is always the possibility that a dog may bite. Even the most well-trained and typically friendly dog is still an animal and may be unpredictable. Fortunately, there are usually multiple signs that a dog is...
What are the lasting impacts of dog bite attacks?
Connecticut residents who are victims of dog bite attacks have many scars to heal from. While the physical scars are often talked about, today we will take a look at mental impacts too. Both physical and mental effects can last a long time. Psychology Today examines...
What are the laws surrounding dog bites and legal cases?
Many Connecticut residents believe that dog is man’s best friend, but what do you do when a dog turns on you and bites you? Despite the training the dog has been through, the reality is that there is no way to predict exactly how an animal will react. Even the best...