Dog Bites Injuries In California |
Posted: February 17, 2021 |
Dog bite claims are on the rise during the coronavirus pandemic as more Americans have added a pet to keep them company while spending more time at home. Jeffrey Nadrich, a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, has handled hundreds of dog bite claims over the years. Mr. Nadrich notes that Rottweilers, Pitbulls and German Shepherds are the most common breeds that have attacked and injured his clients. Mr. Nadrich also likes to point out that there are no bad dogs, per se, only bad dog owners. Homeowner's Insurance claims for dog bites have been on the rise over the last decade, with insurance claims for dog bites topping $530 Million in 2014 alone. With the increase in number and cost of claims, many homeowner's policy now have breed exclusions. Most dog bites are not serious and consist of puncture marks and heal on their own. However, with a serious dog attack, the injuries can be life-altering and include amputation, disfigurement, nerve damage or even death. If you are attacked by a dog there are several things that you should do. First, you should immediately seek medical attention if there is a skin puncture of any kind. If there's a puncture wound, you will typically have the wound cleaned and the doctor will send you home with antibiotics. For deeper wounds, a doctor may recommend a tetanus shot. After your wounds have been treated, immediately file a report with the local animal control. This must be done to ensure that the dog is properly identified and that its vaccination status is confirmed. Additonally, should you choose to make personal injury claim for your injuries, the events, date, time and all contact information for you and the dog owner will be compiled in an official report. Next, if you have serious injuries, contact a personal injury attorney who handles dog bite cases. She or he will evaluate your claim and advise you if you have a viable case. If the lawyer takes your case, a property search will be performed to determine if the dog owner has a homeowner's insurance policy to cover your medical bills, pain and suffering and more. Sources: https://www.caninejournal.com/dog-bite-statistics/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7316443/
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