Bad dogs aren't the only ones that bite.
There are good and bad dogs in every breed known to man. Some bad dogs are also vicious dogs. However, not all dog attack injuries; These are caused by vicious dogs. Some dog attack injuries are caused by everyday family pets that have never dealt with anyone before. You should always exercise caution around any dog.
Some dog attack injuries are worse than others, depending on the dog's size and sometimes breed. For example, a bite from a small Chihuahua will appear much more minor than if it were a large German Shepherd or Rottweiler, Pit Terrier, or any other large dog breed known to be aggressive.
Often, in a vicious dog injury case you will be dealing directly with the pet owner's homeowner's insurance company. Often, these situations are settled out of court. However, sometimes this is not possible, perhaps because the two parties cannot reach an agreement, or perhaps because the owner does not have insurance. In this case, you may want to consider going to court to determine the outcome of the case.
In most if not all dog bite attack cases, a judge will consider several important factors before deciding whether to proceed to court. The judge will want to know where the incident occurred, if the dog was safe on its own property or was running loose in its community outside of its owners' property. The judge will also be interested to know if there has been an incident with this particular dog prior to this incident, or if this is an isolated case. The judge may consider issuing a warning to the owner of the dog with specific instructions not to let the dog out unless it is under the owner's care at all times so that such an incident does not happen again in the future. Can be prevented from happening.
A dog may bite if it is trying to protect its family. A dog's intentions may seem reasonable to its owners, but a judge may view the situation differently after examining the facts of the situation. A dog may also bite if it is feeding, or eating, its young and thinks someone is taking their food. Sadly, there is often a situation where accidental bites sometimes occur.
After a dog bite, always seek medical treatment. Some bites may be more severe than they initially appear. After seeing a doctor, consider looking for a dog bite attorney. You will need the advice and counsel of a qualified dog bite attorney to determine if you really should proceed with filing a lawsuit against the owner.
Contact Jeffrey S. Dawson Law today at 949/861-2191 for a free consultation to discuss your dog attack case. Dog attacks can be scary and painful, but learning how to avoid them can literally save a life. If you have been involved in a dog attack, contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Dawson to discuss your potential dog bite lawsuit settlement.
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