Philadelphia Dog Bite Lawyer
Vicious Dog Attacks and Injury Claims
It is very popular throughout Philadelphia to have a dog as a pet and c ountless families and individuals adopt dogs for their companionship. While most dogs do not pose any kind of threat to children or adults in the environment, unfortunately not all dogs are safe, and can become vicious. A small percentage of dogs are easily provoked and if they are improperly restrained or uncontrolled by their owners, they have the capability to inflict dangerous or deadly injuries . An even smaller percentage of dogs exist that are inclined to bite without being provoked, and those are considered the most dangerous. If you or a family member suffered injuries from a dog bite or attack , contact a Philadelphia personal injury attorney to ensure the protection of your rights to compensation .
Dog Bite Attorney in Philadelphia
Under certain circumstances, dog owners can be liable for any injuries inflicted by their animal. Some of these circumstances are:
- Dog was improperly controlled or restrained
- Dog was inclined to bite and owner failed to give proper warning or restrain the animal
- Owner allowed dog free rein in a public area
Sadly, most accidents involving dog bites are preventable had the owner been responsible. More than 800,000 Americans require medical attention for dog bites every year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Half of these 800,000 individuals require emergency treatment and some of these individuals die from dog bites. Half of these 800,000 individuals are children, often under the age of five. Dog bite cases can be addressed by filing a claim against the negligent owner and accessing their insurance in a demand for compensation .
At The Benari Law Group, we understand that those injured by dog bites are often severely injured, and will require several surgeries or may have suffered terrible disfigurement. Severe infections can come about through dog bites, and the ongoing medical care and treatment can be lengthy and extremely costly. We want to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. It is our goal to make sure you are aware of your rights, help you move forward with your claim, and to seek the compensation necessary to cover medical costs and other damages.
Have you or someone you love been injured by a dog bite? Contact a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer at the firm today to discuss your claim.