Have You Suffered From A Dog Bite Or An Animal Attack?
No matter how small the dog, the long-term effects of that bite are real and can involve serious medical damages to a small child.
Learn MoreDog and animal bites can be traumatic for a victim – especially young victims. While, perhaps seemingly innocuous, a dog or animal bite may result in long-term or permanent injury.
Suing a dog owner can be an arduous task. In order to successfully sue and seek damages for a dog or animal bite and the resulting injury, the injured must prove that the individual sued owned and cared for the animal’s wellbeing. The injured must then prove that the individual that owned the animal was negligent, either by failing to restrain or contain the animal.
Texas ranks third in the country for the most dog bite incidents. One-third of all homeowner insurance policy claims in the country were from dog bites. The dog breeds with the most vicious bites include pit bulls, Rottweilers, German shepherds, and Dobermans. However, the dogs most likely to bite are actually Chihuahuas. No matter how small the dog, the long-term effects of that bite are real and can involve serious medical and psychological damages to a small child.
No matter how small the dog, the long-term effects of that bite are real and can involve serious medical damages to a small child.
Learn MoreDog and animal bites often create incredibly tense situations. The animal’s owner might try to blame the victim or take steps to minimize their liability. If you or someone you love suffers a dog or animal bite, you need to immediately seek medical attention. It is also important to call local law enforcement. Law enforcement will collect contact information from the parties involved and conduct interviews. Law enforcement will also determine if the animal needs to be quarantined to prevent further attacks. Victims of dog bites need to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Many victims unknowingly wave their rights, which can make it difficult to obtain compensation. A lawyer will be able to protect your rights so you can focus on recovery.
There is no such thing as a bad dog, only bad owners. Pet owners are responsible for adequately training and socializing their pets. If dogs or other animals show aggressive behaviors, it’s up to the their owner to provide the necessary training to change their behavior. Dog bites and animal attacks occur because owners are negligent.
When dealing with a dog bite claim, an experienced dog bite lawyer will investigate not only the incident when the attack occurred, but also the history of the animal. Oftentimes these animals have a history of violent and aggressive behavior. An attorney will be able to investigate all of the circumstances of the attack while working with local law enforcement.
At Liggett Law Group, we don’t settle for less than maximum case value, which means you can expect us to seek compensation for your doctor bills, physical therapy, surgery, and other necessary treatments, as well as lost wages, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and more.
Contact us online today or call our toll free number, (855) 955-HURT (4878), to schedule a free, confidential consultation with one of our experienced Lubbock dog bite lawyers. With us, you will receive the integrity, advocacy, and results you deserve.
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