Dog Bite

Dog biting strangers arm in the park.

The aftermath of a dog attack can be overwhelming, frequently involving pain, fear, medical bills, and a whirlwind of questions about what to do next. You might be wondering how to protect your rights or if you can hold the dog’s owner responsible. If so, here’s what you should know….

Woman is walking her labrador on a leash.

Texas has no statewide “leash law,” but Houston and several other cities have local laws that require dog owners to leash, muzzle or otherwise restrain their dogs at all times when they are in public areas or prohibit owners from letting their dogs “run at large.” If a dog owner or…