A dog bite lawsuit is a civil claim that can be initiated by a person who was attacked, bitten, or injured by another person's dog for the purpose of seeking compensation for their injuries.
According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and the American Veterinary Medical Association, approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur annually in the United States, where one in five of these incidents results in an infection or the need for some other form of medical care. In addition, it is important to mention that at least half of these victims are children.
After providing you with this information, it is important to let you know that you have the legal right to proceed with a lawsuit to request compensation that covers your economic needs and helps you obtain the necessary medical care to heal and prevent more serious consequences.
Below, we will present you with several important steps that describe the step-by-step process that, with your dog bite attorney, you will need to follow to properly file a lawsuit after suffering an injury.
The Report
One of the first things you should do after being injured by a dog bite is file a report with the local animal control agency, where you will be provided with important documentation that can be very useful legally.
Contact an Attorney
Contacting a personal injury attorney or a dog bite attorney after being attacked is a key step in filing and resolving a dog bite claim. These claims generally require you to contact the dog owner's insurance company, which may try to reach a settlement instead of filing a legal action.
At Conexión Legal, we have attorneys who specialize in injuries caused by dog bites who will answer some of the questions you may have. Contact us via WhatsApp and receive free legal advice.
Investigation
This phase involves the collection of facts and evidence by the attorney that will establish that the dog owner is responsible for your injuries. In addition to accounting for each of your damages, which will include medical bills, lost wages, and property damage.
This phase aims to build the most persuasive case possible so that you can reach an appropriate and fair settlement that will allow you to focus on your recovery.
Lawsuit and Settlement
Before litigation, your attorney will negotiate with the insurance company based on the facts of your case. At this point, you may be given the option to reach a settlement before having to go to court where most cases are resolved before you have to set foot in the courtroom; however, if for any reason you do not find the negotiation convenient, your case will finally be ready to be litigated.
At Conexión Legal we put at your disposal dog bite attorneys who specialize in the laws of each state and who will be able to carry out any type of legal representation you require to reach the compensation you need.
Call now at 1800 201 1220 or write to us via WhatsApp and request an appointment to receive legal advice from one of our attorneys without having to spend a single dollar out of your pocket. At Conexión Legal, we offer you the guarantee of handling your case in an ethical and transparent manner, always protecting your rights in order to obtain the best possible compensation.
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