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Dr. Robert Forto

Canine Behaviorist

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Dr. Robert Forto - Dog Bite Expert, Dog Behavior and other Pet Related Bites, Injuries & Attacks

Dr. Robert Forto, PhD, is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced experts in the evaluation, investigation and litigation of cases due to canine aggression and pet related injuries in the State of Colorado. He is also a specialist in third party landlord/tenant disputes. Although an expert in evaluating dogs of all breeds, Dr. Forto has a special interest in cases involving Rottweilers and "Pit Bulls". He has spoke to City Governments on banned breed legislation and violent dogs.

Dr. Forto is a Certified Animal Evaluator with nearly 18 years experience as a canine behavior consultant. He has given testimony in deposition many times and has been qualified as an expert in dog aggression, dog training, dog behavior, wound evaluation, human/canine interaction, proper handling of dogs by owners and animal care agencies and animal abuse as well as attack dynamics... including whether or not provocation was involved.

DOG BITES CASES

Question: Why do you need a dog bite expert when your state has a strict liability statute?

Answer: When the defense does not accept full liability for your clients injuries.

A dog bite expert can support your case by:

  1. Letting the defense know you are serious.

  2. Evaluating the dog and owner and videotaping the evaluation. Many jurors feel that the evaluation video is the most powerful evidence they examine.

  3. Wound Evaluation - direct evidence of the seriousness of the attack and the dogs intention to do harm.

  4. Provide testimony on important areas such as:

    1. Provocation

    2. Landlord knowledge of dangerous propensity

    3. Dogs prior behavioral history

    4. Owner negligence

    5. Proper containment of the dog

    6. Proper handling of the dog

    7. Dynamics of the attack

  5. Assist in areas of litigation such as:

    1. Preparing in-depth deposition questions

    2. Securing evidence

    3. Impeachment of opposing expert

    4. Neutralizing false claims made by opposing council

    5. Interviews, investigation, inspection

    6. Revealing weaknesses in opposing councils arguments

    Are you in need of a qualified Expert in Dog Bite Cases, Landlord/Tenant Disputes or Canine Aggression?

     303-522-1727