How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted Dog Bite Fatality Rates

October 26, 2023

COVID-19 has resulted in many devastating consequences and significant changes to daily life. We are only just beginning to understand the long-term impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the various challenges it has created in society…

Pet Sitting Can Be Dangerous

September 30, 2023

On this episode of Chicago Injury Alert, we look at the unfortunate and sometimes tragic consequences that can arise from seemingly harmless interactions with pets. https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.briskmanandbriskman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/BBG-PODCAST-SEPTEMBER-30-2023.webmPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Dogs Can Harm You Without Biting

August 31, 2023

On this episode of Chicago Injury Alert, we look at how dogs can cause pain and injuries without having to bite someone. https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.briskmanandbriskman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/BBG-PODCAST-AUGUST-31-2023.webmPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

How to Safely Confront an Off-Leash Dog Owner in Chicago

August 29, 2023

Despite the prevalence of leash laws that require pet owners to keep their dogs on a leash, many Chicago residents fail to follow the rules. As a Chicago dog bite law firm, we understand the potential…

What You Can Do to Protect Your Elderly Loved Ones from Dog Attacks

August 22, 2023

As a Chicago dog bite lawyer, I have seen the devastating impact of dog attacks on the elderly. Due to their frailty and slower reaction times, seniors are particularly vulnerable to severe injuries from dog attacks.…

What to Know Before You Pet Sit For a Friend or Family Member

August 15, 2023

As Chicago dog bite lawyers, we’ve seen firsthand the unfortunate—and sometimes tragic—consequences that can arise from seemingly harmless interactions with pets. Pet sitting for a friend or family member might seem like a fun and easy…

Dog Bite Treatment Is Expensive

July 31, 2023

On this episode of Chicago Injury Alert, we look at the cost of dog bite treatments in Illinois. A recent study showed that dog bite injuries cost Illinois residents over $35 million a year, with the…

Why Medical Bills After a Dog Bite Can Be So Costly

July 11, 2023

A recent study revealed that dog bites cost Illinois residents more than $35 million each year. The average cost of medical treatment after a dog bite is over $48,000. Several factors contribute to the high cost…

What Happens When Another Dog Attacks Your Dog?

July 6, 2023

Most news reports about dog attacks focus on dogs that harm humans. Yet dogs can, and often do, attack other dogs. A dog that has been socialized to behave well around humans may still become aggressive…

Are Roads Safer Using Electronic Truck Logs?

June 30, 2023

On this episode of Chicago Injury Alert, with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration mandating electronic truck logs for commercial truck drivers, we look at whether electric logging devices actually reduced truck crashes or made US…