Sentences with phrase «cost of dog bites»

The Insurance Information Institute (www.iii.org) has found that one third of all homeowner's insurance claims are due to dog bites, and recent figures put the cost of dog bites to insurers at $ 356.2 million (2007).

In 2007 the average cost of a dog bite insurance claim was $ 24,511.6 If you are not properly insured to cover those types of damages, you could find yourself filing bankruptcy or having your wages garnished for a very long time.

Finally, for the most updated information on bite prevention, tune into the National Dog Bite Prevention Week coalition's press conference on Thursday, April 6, featuring: • Demonstrations by veterinary specialists on dog bite prevention • Release of the number of postal carriers bitten in 2016 • Announcement of the average cost of dog bite claims nationally in 2016, as well as the top 10 states with the largest number of dog bite claims in the U.S.

The total cost of dog bite injuries is $ 531 million and over 16,000 dog - bite claims are paid nationwide.

For example, the cost of a dog bite claim (mentioned above) might not scare a wealthy tenant, but the possibility of a fire destroying hundreds of thousands of dollars in personal property should.

Not exact matches

Villagers bitten by a rabid dog can spend 25 % of their annual income on inoculations, which cost an average of $ 60 for a full five shots.

In the April issue of Frontiers, Braczkowski et al. discuss the positive impacts of leopards in terms of reduced incidence of dog bites and rabies transmission, as well as cost savings with respect to dog sterilization and management.

The number of dog bite claims in the U.S. was just over 15,000 in 2015 — the lowest in five years — but the cost per claim is at an all - time high, $ 37,214 per claim.

According to the Insurance Information Institute, «dog bites (and other dog - related injuries) accounted for more than one - third of all homeowners insurance liability claim dollars paid out in 2014, costing in excess of $ 530 million.»

Say your dog bites someone, and they sue for the cost of medical bills.

A dog bite might not seem serious at first, but unfortunately dog bites easily develop serious infections that can cost you a lot of money in medical bills and loss of income.

Of course, dogs with longer coats or dogs that are a bit harder to handle will cost more to groom.

It also saves you money, as taking your dog to a professional groomer can cost quite a bit of cash after a while.

Foodwise, they don't cost a fortune to feed and my three do pretty well on a dental chew for breakfast, a main meal in the afternoon and a couple of dog biscuits, rawhide chews or something similar such as a pigs ear or a bit of paddywhack during the day to help keep their teeth clean.

Overall, «Dog bites and other dog - related injuries accounted for more than one third of all homeowners liability claim dollars paid out in 2017, costing almost $ 700 million,» the Insurance Information Institute saDog bites and other dog - related injuries accounted for more than one third of all homeowners liability claim dollars paid out in 2017, costing almost $ 700 million,» the Insurance Information Institute sadog - related injuries accounted for more than one third of all homeowners liability claim dollars paid out in 2017, costing almost $ 700 million,» the Insurance Information Institute said.

Such cases, if added to the actual payouts reported in Dog Bite Prevention Week literature, would send the already soaring cost of dog attacks significantly highDog Bite Prevention Week literature, would send the already soaring cost of dog attacks significantly highdog attacks significantly higher.

A 22 - pound bag of Purina One Complete cat food will cost around $ 17.48, while a 50 - pound bag of Kibbles «N Bits dog food is around $ 22.98 from big - box retailers.

Not only does training reduce behavioral issues, but it can also reduce costs later in the future; for instance, the cost of a lawsuit or medical treatments if your dog bites someone.

Not having accessible spay / neuter programs can be expensive to a community due to excessive costs of impounding and sheltering unwanted animals, extensive spending by local governments responding to animal complaints such as dog bites and other nuisances, and public health and safety risks.

A bit dated but of interest: In 2001, it was estimated that «U.S. animal care and control strategy on exterminating homeless dogs and cats... was costing the U.S. approximately $ 600 million per year in tax - funded expenditures, and close to $ 2 billion a year when the diversion of charitable contributions to capturing and disposing of homeless dogs and cats is factored in.»

Unfortunately, dog bite injury victims often have to bear the cost of their own medical treatment.

Whether you have been the victim of a dog bite, motor vehicle injury, motorcycle injury or if you have slipped and fallen due to the negligence of another, our legal team will assist you in properly documenting your loss of income, medical records, present your injuries, pain and suffering and other costs and we will expertly valuate your cliam so that you obtain the most favorable outcome from any insurance or third party claim.

If an owner's dog bites someone, he or she may be held completely liable and financially responsible for medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, pain and suffering, and even cosmetic surgery that is warranted in many dog attack cases.

The dog owner is liable for medical bills and veterinary costs only, unless it can be proven that the owner of the dog was aware that the animal had a history of biting, or other vicious propensities.

Because you could be liable if your dog bites someone, coverage for animal liability may increase the cost of your home insurance.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: [phone]; [email protected] NEW YORK, April 5, 2018 — Dog bites and other dog - related injuries accounted for more than one third of all homeowners liability claim dollars paid out in 2017, costing almost $ 700 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) and State Farm ®, the largest writer of homeowners insurance in the United StatDog bites and other dog - related injuries accounted for more than one third of all homeowners liability claim dollars paid out in 2017, costing almost $ 700 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) and State Farm ®, the largest writer of homeowners insurance in the United Statdog - related injuries accounted for more than one third of all homeowners liability claim dollars paid out in 2017, costing almost $ 700 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) and State Farm ®, the largest writer of homeowners insurance in the United States.

Dog bites accounted for more than one - third of all home owner insurance liability claims paid out in 2012, costing more than $ 489 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute.

If you own a dog, regardless of whether or not a pet is permitted in the lease, you can be held liable for medical and punitive costs if your dog happens to bite someone.

Michael Barry, vice president of media relations at the Insurance Information Institute, says most states provide a basic standard policy that provides dog - bite protection at no additional cost.

An Insurance Information Institute study found the average cost of dog - bite claims was $ 26,166 in 2010, up from $ 24,840 in 2009.

According to the Insurance Information Institute, dog bite claims on homeowners insurance policies cost roughly $ 400 million a year and they account for over one - third of all home insurance liability claims.

The average cost to settle dog - bite claims in the U.S. hit a staggering high of $ 37,214 in 2015 — an amount that would probably be financially crippling for all but luxury - class renters.

The number of dog bite claims in the U.S. was just over 15,000 in 2015 — the lowest in five years — but the cost per claim is at an all - time high, $ 37,214 per claim.

As it turns out, some insurance companies consider certain breeds, especially pit bulls, to be a high risk of potential liability and lawsuits from dog bites, leading to substantial medical costs, settlement size, and corresponding payouts.

If someone files a claim against you for bodily injuries they sustained in your home (including a bite from your family dog), you can be held responsible for the cost of treatment.