Dog Bite Lawyer
Phoenix, Glendale and Mesa, Arizona
Dogs provide countless people with companionship and a sense of obligation and purpose. However, man's best friend can also cause serious harm and injury to innocent civilians, often without warning. It is estimated that over 4.7 million dog bites occur each year within the United States, resulting in massive medical bills, psychological trauma, and physical harm to the victims, who are, sadly, mainly children.
The majority of dog bites occur on the dog owner's property, and victims typically are friends or family of the owner. Depending on the circumstances, the dog's owner or the owner of the property on which the attack occurred might be held accountable for damages inflicted.
Dog Bite Injuries
While dog attacks rarely result in a fatality, the physical and psychological scarring can cripple victims for their entire life. Common injuries due to dog bites include:
- Scarring
- Fractured bones
- Rabies
- Puncture wounds
- Infection
- Amputation
Financial Compensation for Dog Bite Injures
Victims of dog bites may be entitled to a wide-range of compensation for their damages, including:
- Reconstructive, cosmetic surgery to mask scars
- Psychological counseling
- Related medical bills, including ambulance charges, emergency room and hospital costs, medication costs, and doctor's fees
- Loss of earnings
- Pain and suffering
- Replacement of damaged or destroyed personal property
- Compensation for injuries or loss of life of pets attacked by the dog
Steps to Take After a Dog Bite
Victims and parents of victims under the age of 18 can take steps to guarantee their rights and maximize any potential financial compensation they are entitled to, including:
- Seeking medical attention
- Taking photos of injuries sustained, clothing worn, the dog and the attack scene
- Reporting the attack to police and local animal control office
- Maintaining a diary that details the narrative of the attack and all related medical treatments
- Exchanging personal information with the dog's owner, including address and telephone number
- Identifying all potential witnesses and exchanging personal information
- Contacting an experienced, dog attack attorney
Each state has its own regulations regarding dog bites. Learn more about Arizona's Dog Bite Laws.
Please contact Arizona dog bite attorney Jerrold A. Mayro today or call (602) 604-8400 to schedule your personal consultation. The Mayro Law Firm serves clients in the Phoenix, Mesa, and Tucson, Arizona area.
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Phoenix, AZ 85016
