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By David Wolf, Attorney
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https://www.childinjurylawyerblog.com/contact.htmlIn Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, it was reported that a 4 year old boy was attacked while playing in a local playground by a Pit Bull breed dog. The incident took place in the Marshall-Shadeland part of town. The injuries were serious enough to require treatment at Children’s Hospital. You can read more about this story at 4 Year Old Boy Attacked by Pit Bull Dog in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

In Pittsburgh and other communities, there are dogs who pose a risk to children. Some are Pit Bull breed dogs and some are a different breed. Whichever the breed, a dog bite injury can be severe and cause permanent injuries and scarring.

It is important for dog owners in every community to follow local animal control regulations. It is also vital for children’s safety for dog owners to maintain control of a dog.

When a child is bit by a dog, there are several issues that may arise including the following:

Who is going to pay the medical bills associated with the dog bite?

Who is legally liable for the dog bite injuries?

What are the applicable animal control laws?

What are the applicable State laws pertaining to animal control and dog bites?
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By David Wolf, Attorney

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dui%20-%20concept.jpgJennifer Mock, a 37-year-old woman, crashed her car into an Eastern Pennsylvania day care center last November; the center was full of children at the time of the incident. Mock has recently admitted that she was driving under the influence when the crash occurred. Although no children were injured, an employee at the center, Little Sunshines Day Care Center, did suffer a leg injury.

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By David Wolf, Attorney

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State%20Map%20Pennsylvania.jpgA Pennsylvania school district has settled the case of a student for $33,000. The student through an attorney claimed that her rights were violated when the school principal searched through her mobile phone and found nude photos of the student. Thereafter, the principal turned the phone / photos over to prosecutors. While the $33,000 settlement was reached with the student, the school district denied any wrongdoing or fault for the incident. The ACLU was involved with this case.

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daycare%20block%20house.jpgA Hanover man, Raymond Messinger, 46, was arrested on allegations that he sexually molested 3 children. The children, an eight-year-old girl and two seven-year-old girls, were enrolled at Bretzman Daycare Center, where Messinger was a volunteer and the alleged abuse took place. On May 28, police received information from Adams County Children and Youth Services and immediately started an investigation. Messinger was removed from the daycare facility the following business day. A separate and independent investigation is being conducted on the daycare by the state Department of Public Welfare.

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handcuffs%20on%20white%20background.jpgIn Spring City, Pennsylvania, a man brought his computer into a business to have some work done on the computer. When the computer tech was examining the computer, the tech found suspicious images on the computer that turned out to be 100 child pornography images. According to the story reported by ABC 6 Action News, the man admitted to the having the images on his computer that he received through a download. Of course, the man was arrested. He will be entitled to the services of a private criminal law attorney or the public defender; however, there appears to be a good bit of forensic evidence against him. (See Man Arrested for Having Child Pornography on his Computer.)

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By David Wolf, Attorney

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CarAccident1.jpgDiane M. McKinley, of Renovo, Pennsylvania, was driving her Honda Civic down Route 2005 with Mildred L. Barnhard of Lock Haven Pennsylvania in the passenger seat and a five year old child in the back seat. When Ms. McKinley stopped at the intersection of Route 2005 and Route 2022 in Covington, Pennsylvania to make a left hand turn, the car was struck from behind by an International tanker truck. The truck was driven by Barry K. Smith.

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In Pennsylvania and other States, parents do their best to anticipate dangers to their children. As such, a parent can take precautions and safety measures like holding a child hand when crossing the street or using safety restraints and special car seats in the car. However, it is difficult for a parent to anticipate certain incidents like a ceiling collapse. In Erie Pennsylvania, it was reported at the Fox News Website that a ceiling collapsed right over a baby’s crib. Fire Rescue (911) was called about the incident. The baby was only two weeks old at the time of the incident. The child was transported to the hospital for treatment and evaluation. The ceiling probably was weakened by some kind of moisture damage. Fortunately, the child did not suffer any significant persona injuries as a result of this incident.

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By David Wolf, Attorney
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In Port Carbon, Pennsylvania, a car crashed into a day care center that was full of children. Fortunately, the children escaped injury. It was reported that the driver was distracted by a puppy riding in the front seat. It is most fortunate that no children suffered personal injuries; however, this incident could have easily caused serious personal injuries and even the death of children. Driver distraction whether caused by a puppy in the car or a Blackberry, mobile phone, or iPhone is a real problem in Pennsylvania and other States. Drivers should do their best to limit distractions and pay attention to traffic and road conditions. You can read more about this story at Car Crashes into Port Carbon, Pennsylvania Day Care Center.

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US%20State%20Flag%20Pennsylvania.jpgIn Allentown, Pennsylvania and cities across the nation, there is a common danger to children: parked cars and traffic. When cars are parked on the side of a street, it may be difficult for a children to see oncoming traffic. In addition, drivers may not see children who walk between parked cars into a street. A 10 year old boy in Allentown, Pennsylvania was recently hit by a car as he walked between two parked cars. The boy was taken to and treated at Cedar Crest Hospital. He suffered a severe personal injury to his leg. Local police will conduct an investigation as to the cause and manner of the accident.

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