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Serious Injuries Caused by Dog Bite
Dog bite lawsuits are filed by victims of dog bites in order to seek compensation for their injuries and scars, medical bills, pain and suffering as well as other damages. Dog owners are generally strictly liable in New York for any injuries their animal causes to another person if the dog has preciously shown aggressive tendencies and the owner should have been aware of such tendencies. Such propensities can include growling or bearing its teeth but will generally be an issue for jury. Victims or a dog bite may try to seek recovery from Homeowners insurance and landlords.
Important reminders regarding Dog Bite Accidents:
- Evidence It is important to gather as much evidence of the attack as possible. Evidence can range from witnesses to video footage of the occurrence and photographs of the marks and scars from the incident.
- Prior evidence In a dog bite case a victim must prove previous knowledge by the owner of the dogs aggressive tendencies. Gathering evidence to that effect can be crucial. Such evidence generally comes in form of affidavits from people with knowledge of such tendencies.
- Report Call 911, report the incident with the police department and obtain a copy of the incident report.
- Get checked out dog bites can lead to serious infections, be sure to get checked out by a medical professional who will not only help treat your injuries but also diagnose and document them.
- Keep track of expenses Unlike automobile accidents, medical bills will generally be paid by the client’s private health insurance. Be sure to keep receipts of expenses as they can be claimed in a personal injury case.
- Contact a personal injury attorney Personal Injury claims can be complex, small mistakes can cost you greatly. Contact a personal injury attorney who can guide you on how to proceed with your case.