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Animal & Dog Bites
Animal & Dog Bites Highlights
- 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year.
- Approximately 368 thousand dog bite victims require medical attention each year.
About Animal & Dog Bites
Sometimes even a mild tempered animal will bite someone. Whether the owners are responsible for their pet's actions will depend on where they reside. In the majority of states pet owners are liable for the costs associated with treating any injuries their pet inflicts. In other states, owners are not liable the first time their animal bites someone unless they knew of the animal's dangerous tendencies.
Who an animal bite victim can hold liable also varies from state-to-state. Some states are strict and only allow the bite victim to seek compensation from the animal owner. Other states are more lenient and allow victims to seek compensation from anyone who has control of the pet.
If you have been a victim of an animal bite you may be entitled to a cash settlement. Please complete the form and one of our attorneys will contact you, or call 1-800-LAW-FIRM now.
Animal bite victims can expect some compensation, but the amount will vary by state. Most states ensure that the animal bite victims are compensated for the costs of medical care necessary to treat the bite. This may include the costs of the actual care as well as torn clothing, loss of earnings, or psychological care. Some states will allow victims to collect punitive damages under certain conditions.
