Kentucky and Ohio dog owners must ensure their dogs controlled. Unfortunately, “man’s best friend” sometimes attacks. If you were attacked by a dog, you should contact an experienced dog bite or attack lawyer to discuss your options.
Owners are Generally Strictly Liable For Their Dogs Actions
If a dog attacked you, we are sorry. Dog attacks can be vicious and leave permeant scars both physically and emotionally.
Dog owners are generally strictly liable for any harm their dog causes. Meaning, even if you did not provoke the animal or they had no history of aggression the owner is liable for any harm the dog causes. You generally do not need to prove that the owner was negligent.
Likewise, the dog does not have to be aggressive or attack you to recover. For example, if a dog jumps on someone and causes harm, the owner is generally still liable for the injury.
What is my Dog Bite Case Worth?
If you were injured in a dog attack or bite in Ohio or Kentucky you may be entitled to compensatory damage. Compensatory damages include medical bills, gas millage between doctors’ appointments, lost wages, out-of-pocket expenses, and any other financial harm you suffered recovering from the dog attack.
Additionally, injured parties may be entitled to “pain and suffering” or “mental anguish” because of the dog owner’s negligence.
Presenting a detailed account of an injured parties’ pain and suffering from a dog attack to an insurance company could arguably be the most important part of an injury case.
An experienced injury attorney will spend time with their client understanding exactly how the attack affected the injured parties’ day-to-day life and will fight the insurance company and dog owner for every penny of compensation.
What to do After A Dog Attack?
If you were injured in a dog attack, you should generally take the following steps:
- Seek Medical Attention: It is critical to seek medical attention. Even for small attacks, you should seek medical care to get a doctor’s opinion on your injuries.
- Take Pictures: It is important to take pictures of the wounds and the healing process. It is also helpful to get images of the dog.
- Exchange Information: If you do not know the dog owner, it is important to exchange contact information.
- Identify Witnesses: If you can find any witnesses, take their name and contact information. If the witnesses took any photos or videos, ask for a copy.
- Contact Animal Control: File a report with your local animal control and ask for a copy of the completed report.
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If you suffered injuries from a dog attack, you should protect your rights. Do not wait, the steps you take immediately after the fall can impact the amount of compensation you receive. A Kentucky or Ohio injury attorney can help advocate for every penny of compensation. Call or text us today at 502-366-2121 for a free consultation.