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Do Dogs Have to Be Quarantined After They Bite in North Carolina? Dog bites continue to happen in North Carolina. If a dog bite has injured you or your loved one, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. The personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, are…

Family Dogs Maul 8-Year-Old Boy to Death in North Carolina An 8-year-old child was mauled to death by two family dogs over the Thanksgiving weekend in Onslow County, North Carolina. Deputies responded to a 911 call about a dog attacking a minor. Responding to law enforcement, deputies found the young…

Dog Bite Injuries in North Carolina Dogs are the most popular pets in the United States. More than 65 million U.S. households own at least one dog. People often think of their dog as a member of their family.  On average, people spend about $1,500 a year to care for…

What are the Most Common Personal Injury Cases? Personal injury cases are legal cases that result because of someone else’s negligence. Personal injury, also called tort law, is a way to obtain compensation for injuries and damages in a civil lawsuit. To succeed in a civil personal injury claim, a…

What to Do After a Dog Bite Injury Dogs are the most popular pet in the United States. It is estimated that there are more than 69 million households in the U.S. that own at least one dog. While dogs are billed as our “best friends,” they are still animals…

Is the Owner Responsible for a Dog Bite Injury? Dogs are a part of many households. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), more than 38% of U.S. households own family dogs. Our dogs are often part of our families, but sometimes, a dog can bite someone and cause…

What Questions Should I Ask a Personal Injury Attorney? If you or a loved one was hurt due to someone’s negligence, you may be owed money for your damages. A personal injury attorney will help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. There are some questions you can…

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does the “one-bite rule” mean in NC dog bite cases?”   Although dogs are often considered man’s best friend, the relationship can quickly turn sour in the event of a dog bite that causes personal injury. North Carolina’s dog bite…

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does the “one-bite rule” mean in NC dog bite cases?”   Dogs are the most popular pet in the United States. There are more than 90 million dogs as pets, so it is no wonder that you will have an…

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does the “one-bite rule” mean in NC dog bite cases?”   Dogs have always been called “man’s best friend,” thanks to their loyalty, usefulness and kindness toward their owners. However, if they are not treated properly they can develop aggressive…