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Dogs can bite when you least expect it. Be prepared.

Posted on | May 27, 2010 | Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone

Dogs bring joy to many people’s lives. But sometimes, often when you least expect it, dogs attack. Each year, dogs bite more than 4.7 million Americans nationwide. One in five dog bites result in injuries requiring medical attention, according to the Centers for Disease Control.What should you do if a dog bites you or your child? And what if you are the owner of a dog that has bitten someone else?

Laws covering dog bites vary from state to state. In Massachusetts, the owner of a dog is held liable for most dog attacks. But there are exceptions. They include if the victim was trespassing, committing another crime or teasing, tormenting or abusing the dog. Children under 7 years old who are bitten by a dog are presumed to have not done these things, but even that’s up for debate by law.

And don’t worry about having deal with your friends or neighbors directly if you or a loved one is a victim of a dog attack. Insurance companies handle dog bites. That means you get the compensation you’re entitled to without having to make enemies with the owner of the dog.

Certain steps should be taken right after a dog bite. There’s also things you can do as a dog owner to reduce the likelihood of your dog attacking someone.

Dog bite cases are complicated. Knowing what to do can be difficult. You may be entitled to more than you realize. Don’t assume anything. We can help. Contact the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone today. When you chose us, you get experienced, dog bite injury lawyers who know how to aggressively fight for your family to get the justice you deserve.

Don’t let a dog’s reckless behavior ruin your life. Take action now. Contact us today.

Court ruling keeps health care costs low in Massachusetts

Posted on | May 21, 2010 | Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone

Health insurance will remain affordable for Massachusetts residents, thanks to a recent court ruling involving two health insurance companies attempting to significantly raise rates.

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care of Wellesley and Fallon Community Health Plan of Worcester both wanted to significantly raise the fees they charge Massachusetts customers for health insurance. But a judge recently ordered the two insurance companies to not drastically raise rates. Instead, the judge said the two companies could only impose modest rate increases like other insurance companies statewide.

The recent court decision will mean that Harvard Pilgrim customers will pay on average 8 to 12 percent less than what Harvard Pilgrim wanted to charge customers. Fallon customers will pay on average 18 to 32 percent less than what Fallon wanted to charge customers.

By law, every person in Massachusetts must have health insurance coverage. The law went into effect in 2006 in an effort to control costs and keep health insurance affordable for everyone.

Insurance companies claim caps on increases imposed by the state have resulted in huge losses. Meanwhile, these same companies crying poor continue to pay their chief executives millions of dollars each year.

More money is spent on health care in America than any other nation in the world. Get the quality health care you deserve, not what the health insurance companies dictate. If you feel you’ve been treated unfairly by your insurance company, take action. Contact the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone today. When you chose us, you get experienced, health insurance lawyers who know how to fight effectively and aggressively to get your family the justice and compensation you deserve.