San Antonio Dog Bite Lawyer
If you have suffered a dog bite or have been attacked by an animal, you are going to need an experienced San Antonio dog bite lawyer or animal attack attorney to help you recover compensation for your injuries. We have years of experience handling dog bite and animal attack claims, finding insurance, preserving evidence, locating witnesses, negotiating fair settlements, and litigating lawsuits. Call us today for a free consultation!
Dog Bites
If you have been the victim of a dog bite you are not alone. According to the Center For Disease Control over 4 million dog bites occur every year and nearly 800,000 require hospital care. Dog attacks account for billions of dollars in medical care each year. Medical treatment needed after an attack can last for years and can consist of both physical and psychological rehabilitation.
Insurance companies may be quick to offer you a sum that seems adequate. However, the ongoing cost of medical treatments can be difficult to estimate. Only a personal injury lawyer experienced in dog bite litigation can help you get the compensation you need.
Physical Injuries
Dog bites carry many risks. From open wounds to the threat of infection dog bites are serious and must be treated promptly. After a dog bite or attack be sure that you are seen by a doctor as soon as possible. Prompt medical attention will give you a better chance at a full recovery. In addition, a thorough examination will help document your injuries, making a stronger case against the dog owner. Injuries associated with a dog attack include the following:
Psychological Trauma
Though the physical scars may fade, emotional scars a dog bite leaves behind may persist for years. Memories of the attack can interfere with everyday activates and can severely impact your life. Psychological symptoms may not surface for weeks or even months after the event. Because of this it is extremely important that you let your doctor know if you or your child are experiencing any signs of mental trauma.
Signs of mental trauma may include:
The highest rate of dog attacks occur in children ages 5-9. In children, signs of mental trauma may include:
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Bedwetting
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Fear of separation from parents
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Extreme fear around dogs or when reminded of the attack
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Outbursts of unexplained anger or sadness
Don’t Ruin Your Injury Case
An insurance adjuster may offer you a sum that you believe will cover all medical expenses and lost wages. However, you or your child may face years of physical therapy, reconstructive surgery and psychological counseling. The costs may very well exceed any amount offered.
It is crucial that after a dog attack you do not sign any insurance documents or admit fault. If you do sign it can be nearly impossible to obtain addition compensation for ongoing medical care or psychological counseling. Call us before signing any documents related to the attack.
By letting us deal with the insurance companies, you and your family will be able to focus on healing. Don’t wreck your injury case. Contact us today for your free consultation.
The Dog Owner is Not the Target
In handling a dog bite claim, our dog bite attorneys are not seeking to attack the dog or dog's owner. About 75% of dog bite claims involve friends, family members, and neighbors, so it is usually in everyone's best interest to resolve your claim with the insurance company. By negotiating with the dog owner’s insurance company, we can often achieve success in getting a settlement that will pay for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, physical impairment, mental anguish, and disfigurement.
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