Dog Bites

Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits

Personal injury law is a set of laws known as torts. These laws allow injured persons or their families to seek compensation when someone else is responsible for the injuries. There are numerous events, actions, omissions, and behaviors that can lead to personal injury lawsuits. Below, you will find a brief description of some of… read more

What Georgian’s Need to Know About Dog Bites

Dogs have long been considered “man’s best friend”, but the fact of the matter is that dogs are animals, and that makes them unpredictable. There are a lot of misconceptions about dog bites, what contributes to bite injuries, how to treat injuries, and what varieties of dogs are most dangerous. At The Dixon Firm, we… read more

Who Is Liable for a Dog Bite in Georgia?

In any dog bite personal injury case, answering the question of liability is crucial for reaching a successful result. Georgia operates under a negligence statute for dog bite cases, meaning injured plaintiffs must prove that the dog’s owner knew the dog was dangerous and failed to act with reasonable care, causing the plaintiff’s injuries. Read… read more