Dogs can be faithful companions and wonderful, protective pets, but depending on the breed of a dog and how it was raised, an unwatched dog can prove dangerous to humans and other animals. A dog that escapes from its owner’s yard or unexpectedly leaps over a fence when you walk by the owner’s house can […]

Dog bites can be scary and severe. In 2016, there were 31 U.S. fatalities from dog bites. Over $600 million of homeowners insurance liability claim dollars went to dog bites or dog-related injuries. When a sudden attack happens, you will most likely need medical treatment. If bills start to pile up, you’ll probably think about […]

Kentucky is a state that takes cases involving dog bites very seriously.  Dog owners are expected to take full responsibility for their dog at all times.  Kentucky is a strict liability state which is favorable for anyone who is attacked or injured in any way by a dog.  The owner or keeper of the dog […]

While dog owners can experience a variety of health benefits from having a dog, like reduced stress and increased exercise opportunities, situations where a dog acts aggressively can quickly get out of hand. Even the nicest of dogs can reach a point where it decides to attack another person or animal. If you’ve been victim […]

Kentucky is one of several U.S. states that uses a “strict liability” law for dog bites. In strict-liability states, owners of dogs that bite another person are liable for those injuries, even if the owner had no idea the dog would act aggressively. Kentucky’s strict-liability dog bite law, KRS 258.235(4), states that “Any owner whose […]

According to a new study, dog bites cost insurance companies an estimated $479 million in 2011, which accounts for a large chunk of payouts under homeowners’ liability policies. A news report from MSNBC.com reveals that while the study did show a slight decline in the number of dog bite claims, the price per case has […]

Though a dog bite may not be the first thing one thinks about in regards to suffering a personal injury, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, showing that it is a serious problem. Of all dog attack victims, approximately one […]

It takes less than a second for an accident to upend your life completely. When negligence contributes to your accident, you have the right to pursue a claim to seek compensation for your losses. To give yourself the best chance at recovery, you need help from a premises liability lawyer from Thomas Law Offices. Our […]

Property owners are responsible for the upkeep and safety of the structures on their property. When another person is injured on their property from their negligence, their injury could fall under premises liability. Taking legal action against a property owner you do or do not know can seem like a daunting task, but you deserve […]

Property owners in Missouri are responsible for keeping their premises safe for visitors and invitees. If a person on the property gets injured from an unsafe surface or structure on the premises that the property owner knew about, then they could file a claim against the property owner. A Kansas City premises liability lawyer from […]

Serious injuries significantly impact the lives of individuals and their families. In the event you’ve been involved in an accident and believe someone else is to blame, you have the right to pursue litigation and recover compensation for your losses. A Columbia personal injury lawyer can help. Thomas Law Offices is prepared to fight on […]

Unsafe conditions on any property have the potential to cause serious harm to visitors. If you’ve been injured because a property owner failed to maintain their house, yard, or place of business, you have the right to take legal action. A Chicago premises liability lawyer from Thomas Law Offices can help you determine if you […]

Partner Phone: 502-901-4450 ext. 1028 Email: kevin.weis@thomaslawoffices.com LinkedIn Kevin Weis has continuously represented since 1999 people seriously injured or killed as the result of negligent individuals and corporations in such areas as Motor Vehicle Negligence, Medical/Healthcare Negligence, Premises Liability (“slip and falls”), Products Liability, Dog Bites, Tractor Trailer Negligence, and General Negligence. His passion is […]

In the state of Missouri, property owners can be held legally responsible for serious injuries resulting from negligent maintenance as well as a failure to warn visitors about hazardous conditions on their property. When a property isn’t cared for and damage occurs, the victim can file a lawsuit against the owner with help from our […]

A 10-year-old girl is recovering from severe injuries at a Louisville hospital following a recent Kentucky dog attack, according to WLKY.com. Metro Animal Services (MAS) was called around 7 p.m. on a Sunday evening to the neighborhood of the young child and when the respondents arrived the girl was reportedly bloodied and bitten with wounds […]