
A live Webinar
DOG BITES: YOUR LIABILITY RISKS!
Legal Protection for Trainers, Shelters & Rescues!
Protect Your Business, Stay Focused on Your Passion:
From contracts to claims by clients, adopters, or even strangers, what you don’t know could jeopardize everything. Learn how to protect your interests in today’s litigious world.
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Don't Let This Happen To You:
A $7.5 million judgment was recently awarded to a victim mauled by a pit bull rehomed from Los Angeles Animal Services—adopted out without any warning of the dog’s bite history.
If you work with dogs, this level of legal exposure is staring you in the face every day.
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And the attorney who won that case?
Mr. Ken Phillips. He’s the one presenting this webinar. So you know you are getting the best advice possible!
A LIVE WEBINAR
August 20 & 27, 2025
TWO 2-HOUR SESSIONS
4.5 CEUs
CCPDT
IAABC
EARLY BIRD: $20 Off
$59* / Individual
$49* / Groups 4+
Early Bird Ends July 30, 2025 & Rates Will Go Up $10!
Can't Make The Live Sessions: Watch the recordings afterwards anytime, anywhere for 1 year and still earn CEUs!
YOU'RE IN THE BUSINESS OF HELPING DOGS, NOT WORRY ABOUT LAWSUITS!
In this no-nonsense webinar, we’ll dive into the critical legal and contractual issues that directly impact your work with clients, adopters, dogs, facilities, and public agencies. If you’re still relying on handshake deals, generic forms, or the belief that “nothing will go wrong,” this training is essential.
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Don’t Get Bitten by the Fine Print: Legal Must-Knows for Dog Trainers & Rescues
We’ll show you exactly what needs to be in writing, where the biggest legal risks hide, and how to protect yourself with clear contracts, powerful disclaimers, and proactive communication. Whether you’re a solo operator, part of a facility, or leading a team, this training will empower you to reduce liability, earn trust, and run your business with confidence.
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What You Don’t Know Can Cost You
This is not just another box to check, it’s a must-attend event for any dog trainer or shelter/rescue leader who wants to protect their future and ensure they stay in business. In this industry, what you don’t know can absolutely come back to bite you.

QUICK OVERVIEW
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Learn how to legally protect your business from disputes and liability
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Get clear on what must be included in your contracts, disclaimers, and waivers
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Understand indemnification clauses and why they matter
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Build safer relationships through documented expectations
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Avoid legal traps in emails, texts, and verbal agreements
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Discover where insurance ends—and legal documents begin
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Walk away with practical legal templates and next steps of protection

Attorney Kenneth M. Phillips, is the only lawyer in the USA whose entire practice is devoted exclusively to dog bite victims. Since 1990, he has won over 800 dog bite cases and recovered more than $80 million for his clients. Notably, in The Pit Bull Meat Grinder Case (Alvarado v. City of Los Angeles), he secured a $7.5 million victory based on a law he proposed a decade earlier.
He represents clients in every state, bringing unparalleled experience to dog bite law. His extensive knowledge and track record of success have made DogBiteLaw.com the leading reference for lawyers, judges, lawmakers, news media, and the public since the 1990s