A dog bite is not only severe but can be fatal too. As per one research, one out of every five dog bites requires medical attention to prevent any sort of infection happening. Children and the elderly population are more prone to injury and infection. Children aged between 5-9 years are at highest risk of dog bites. Dog bites range from a minor scrape to severe impairment and even wrongful death in extreme cases. Hence, dog bites should be taken very seriously both medically and in terms of personal injury claims. An experienced dog bite injury lawyer can help you in claiming your deserved compensation under the circumstances of the dog bite.
“One Bite” Law: Many regions follow “One Bite” law. As per this law, certain dogs are given “One bite free” before any legal action can be taken. However, if the owner knows the possibility of a dog bite because of a certain breed, or because of its way of raising or its demeanor, then the bog doesn’t get a free bite. The victim in such cases can sue the owner, the first time itself. However, such claims are very difficult to prove and the victim has to provide …