Dog Bites
A dog bite attack can be a traumatic, devastating experience for anyone, especially when severe injuries are the result. Many people are dog lovers and consider man’s best friend their constant companion, but unfortunately, any dog - regardless of size or breed - can cause injuries from a bite. It is the responsibility of the dog owner to ensure their dog is well-behaved and trained to be in public or around people. If you have an aggressive or scared dog, it is recommended you do not bring him or her to public settings. Unfortunately, dog bites cost Americans one billion dollars every single year and account for a third of all homeowner insurance claims. When a dog bites another person, the owner is responsible and must be held accountable. Dog bite laws vary from state to state and it is important that you understand your state’s specific statutes.
Understanding Dog Bite Injury Cases
In many cases, the dog owner was aware of their pet’s aggressive behavior and still chose to put them in a situation where they acted out. Some of the most common kinds of behaviors that may indicate a dog could be dangerous and cause harm to another person include:
- Barking at strangers
- Jumping or lunging at others
- Threatening behavior
- Scaring others
- Fighting with other dogs
- Uncontrollable behavior
- Previous dog bite attacks
- History of fighting with other dogs
- Previous complaints
While not all dog bite injuries are predictable or happen for the same reason, the above may be potential warning signs. Dog bite injuries can range from minor to severe, depending on the dog and the circumstances surrounding the incident. Research indicates that 4 percent of all dog bites are considered severe, with the rest classified as moderate or minor. In many cases, the victims of dog bite attacks are children, which makes the case even more sensitive. An estimated 70 percent of dog bite injuries affect the hands, arms, legs, face, and feet, with hand bites being the majority of injuries.
If you or your child sustain injuries as the result of a dog bite attack, please contact Fasoro Law today. The experienced dog bite attorneys will investigate your case and advise you on how to proceed from here. The attorneys at Fasoro Law believe in offering their clients one-on-one legal advice and are happy to sit down with you today.