Attorney Derek Spada Wins $500K for NYS Trooper Attacked by Vicious Dog
At Basch Keegan & Spada, we fight tirelessly for injury victims in Kingston and throughout New York. Our recent $500,000 settlement in a dog bite case is a testament to our commitment to justice. Our client, a New York State Trooper, was engaged in an investigation. While trying to conduct interviews at a house, she was attacked […]
How to Prove Fault in a Dog Bite Case
Dog bite incidents affect millions of Americans annually, with approximately 4.5 million people bitten by dogs each year according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Children account for more than half of all dog bite victims, with those aged 5-9 experiencing the highest bite rates. Understanding liability in these cases is crucial, as dog bite […]
Dogs Can’t Speak
Why We Shouldn’t Assume a Nice Dog Won’t Attack Us and What to Do if It Happens Dogs have been companions to humans for thousands of years so the mere mention of “dog breed controversy” sparks passionate defense from dog lovers. Indeed, dogs are members of our families, not merely pets, but what happens when […]
Dog Bite Victim Gets Compensated for Permanent Injuries
Maureen A. Keegan, Esq recently negotiated a $475,000 settlement on behalf of a client in the case of a vicious dog attack. The victim, a Saugerties woman, was visiting a friend’s home when the attack occurred. Maureen’s client was aware of the animal’s vicious propensities and had asked the homeowner to restrain the animal prior to her visit. The […]
Can a Landlord Be Liable for an Attack by a Tenant’s Dog?
Is a Landlord Responsible if a Tenant Dog Bites Someone? In New York, dog owners are strictly liable for paying the medical costs of the victim when their animal bites or attacks another if they knew the animal was dangerous or had vicious propensities. This may be shown if the animal had bitten or tried […]