Dog bites, negligent pet owners and your rights
Pets can be wonderful additions to a home, but when an animal causes personal injury—usually a dog a bite—its owner might be legally responsible. If you or someone you know has been injured by a dog or other pet, you could be entitled to compensation. Under the right circumstances, homeowner’s insurance can be held liable to cover damages resulting from dog bites and other pet-related injuries, such as falls caused by an out of control animal. Handling the insurance company to obtain full compensation, however, requires a Connecticut dog bite lawyer.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 4.5 million Americans suffer dog bites each year. Of them, nearly 825,000 dog bites are severe enough to require medical attention. In addition medical expenses and long-term physical effects like scarring or disfigurement, dog attack victims can suffer serious emotional effects.
Dog bites can be particularly harmful to children, who are prone to being bitten in the face—resulting in life-long scarring.
To speak with one of our experienced Connecticut dog bite attorneys, contact Trantolo & Trantolo today. Our lawyers will discuss your case and help determine your next steps.
