Dog Bite Lawyers in Michigan Discuss New Royal Oak Dog Ordinance
Our Michigan dog bite lawyers represent victims of dog bites and animal attacks in cases throughout Michigan. We represent a wide range of clients in these cases, including children, postal workers, and utility workers. As a result of such serious injuries resulting from these attacks, the City of Royal Oak recently passed a new ordinance that requires stricter laws on dog bite owners that own a dog that is considered dangerous in nature.
In 2012, Royal Oak reports showed that 32 dog bites and 21 vicious dog incidents were filed. As a result to the high number of dog attacks and injuries, the City Commission would like to regulate stricter laws. Royal Oak defines dangerous animals as an animal that has a history of biting, attacking or damaging property.
The Royal Oak new dog bite ordinance requires the following:
- $1 million liability insurance policy
- Post signs
- Complete an obedience class with dog
- Keep dog in locked fenced-in area
- Use muzzle and leash on walks
Even though studies have shown that certain breeds of dogs are more dangerous than others, that does not mean that every dog of that breed is violent. A dog’s disposition depends on two things, their breed and their owner. A dog is more likely to be dangerous if the dog’s owner encourages aggressive behavior.
Our Michigan dog bite lawyers will represent you in your case under our NO FEE PROMISE. This means that you will not be charged any legal fees whatsoever unless we obtain a settlement or recovery for you. You have absolutely no obligation for legal fees unless we win your case.
If you or a family member has been attacked by a dog in Michigan, you should contact our Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. dog bite lawyers. Our experienced Michigan dog bite law firm will hire specialized investigators to document the incident, supplementing any evidence you have been able to collect. For more information about your legal rights, call us now at (800) 606-1717 to speak with one of our attorneys. We will discuss your dog bite attack case with you and explain your legal rights.
