Were You Injured in an Animal Attack? Call Our Dog Bite Attorneys in Newtown Square, PA to Learn About Your Rights
There are many very serious ways that an individual could suffer life-changing or catastrophic personal injuries. An animal attack or a dog bite is one of the most traumatic, often resulting in permanent damage, scarring, nerve damage, and emotional harm. Although most people may not believe that dog bites are a serious problem, over 4.5 million dog bites in the United States each year, with approximately 20% of them requiring emergency medical treatment. Our dog bite lawyers in Newtown Square, PA, know that many of these dog bites result in festering infections resulting in additional harm, significant pain and suffering, and extreme emotional distress. These injuries are a serious problem that should not be overlooked.
If you or a loved one were seriously injured in a dog bite or animal attack occurring anywhere in Pennsylvania, especially in Newtown Square, call our personal injury lawyers at Silver & Silver. Our bodily injury firm has over 40 years of experience representing injury victims and their families to recover the compensation they deserve. Learn more about how our dog bite attorneys can help you and your family during a FREE consultation. There is no obligation to sign up or pay any money upfront—we only get paid after we recover compensation for you in a settlement, verdict, or court award.
Injuries in a Dog Bite Case
There are many possible injuries that may occur in a dog bite case. Most of them are horrific, disfiguring, and may lead to prolonged recovery. This is often because muscle, tendons, or other tissue can be damaged, but also because there is a high probability of an infection. An infection can be life-threatening and lead to sepsis, which could be fatal or result in the amputation of digits, hand/foot, or limb.
Some of the most common injuries are a result of a dog bite include the following:
- Broken bones
- Lacerations and significant disfigurement
- Nerve injuries
- Puncture wounds
- Muscle tears or tendon tears
- Organ injuries
- Amputations or loss of a limb
- Facial scar issues
- Blood vessel injuries
- Shoulder separations or shoulder dislocations, and
- Any other serious injuries as a result of a dog bite or animal attack occurring in Pennsylvania.
Liability in a Dog Bite Case
Liability in a dog bite case is based on whether a dog bites or attacks a person in a public area or a private area with permission. Pennsylvania law holds owners automatically and strictly liable for medical bills caused by an animal attack. For pain and suffering, a victim will need to establish that the owner or handler was negligent in handling the dog and had some prior knowledge that the dog could bite or attack.
While this sounds straightforward, defendants and insurance adjusters will argue that you provoked the dog, you were not in a private area, and that you did not have permission to enter the private area where the bite occurred. Defendants and adjusters will also argue that they did not have prior knowledge of a propensity to bite or attack, and that your injuries are minimal anyway.
These defenses are all commonly without merit, especially when you have experienced dog bite lawyers protecting your rights to compensation.
If You Are Attacked By a Dog in Pennsylvania, Call Silver & Silver
For over 40 years, our personal injury lawyers at Silver & Silver have protected the rights of victims and their families who have been injured in accidents or animal attacks. We know how devastating it can be for a victim and their family to be attacked by a dog. If you or a loved one have been seriously injured or suffered catastrophic harm due to a dog bite or animal attack, call our dog bite lawyers in Newtown Square, PA, by dialing 610-638-7255 or by filling out our “contact us” box available here.