If a dog bit you, you can hold its owner responsible for your injuries. You may be able to recoup your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Our Anna dog bite lawyers can file an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit on your behalf.
We offer free consultations and take dog bite cases on a contingency-fee basis. You won’t owe us a thing unless we can secure compensation.
Potential Compensation for Your Dog Bite Injuries
Dog bite injuries may require extensive medical treatment, and the bills can add up quickly. Severe bites may cause you to take time off work, as well. You deserve fair compensation for these losses, along with your pain and suffering.
We can calculate your damages, which may include:
- Emergency room care
- Surgeries
- Medication, such as antibiotics
- Ongoing medical care if you suffered permanent impairment
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Lost wages, including bonuses, benefits, and paid leave
- Reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to work
The more serious your injuries, the more you may receive in a settlement or verdict. We can consult your doctors and other experts to determine what fair compensation looks like in your case.
For a free legal consultation with a dog bites lawyer serving Anna, call (972) 535-6377
Dog Bites May Require Extensive Treatment
Dog bite victims don’t just have to worry about their wounds—they have to take precautions against the spread of diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dogs can carry a host of viruses and diseases, and a bite can transfer them to humans.
Along with rabies, dog bite victims can contract other bacterial and parasitic diseases, like Capnocytophaga. Other medical complications can result from such diseases, as well. A person with a weak immune system can develop sepsis, for example.
Treatment for these injuries and medical complications usually includes medication like antibiotics. More severe conditions can land a victim in the hospital, though. The bite wound itself may also require surgery.
Children Are at Greater Risk of Suffering Life-Threatening Dog Bite Injuries
Severe dog bites can turn life-threatening for any victim, but children usually face greater risks during an attack. They typically suffer injuries to the head and face, according to Injury Epidemiology.
Children who suffer dog bites may require more extensive medical treatment, such as surgeries. They can also suffer severe anxiety, along with other psychological effects, due to their experience. No family deserves to see their child suffer due to a dog owner’s negligence.
Do Not Dismiss Your Dog Bite Injuries
Some dog bite victims may feel they can address their injuries on their own. If the bite wasn’t too deep, they may simply try to clean and dress it themselves. This is dangerous since they may have contracted diseases.
Some diseases take days to manifest symptoms, and they can worsen without medical treatment. Regardless of how minor your injuries appear, seek medical attention immediately. A doctor can assess your wounds and prescribe antibiotics.
Medical documentation is also instrumental for your case. It can help link the dog attack to your injuries and give us an idea of how much your treatment will cost.
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How Our Anna Dog Bite Lawyers Can Help
After suffering an attack, you deserve to rest and focus on your wellbeing. Our legal team serving Anna can handle your claim or lawsuit from start to finish. We can:
- Investigate the dog’s history
- Gather evidence to show the owner knew about the dog’s aggressive behavior
- Consult your doctors and compile your medical records
- Complete all the paperwork for your claim or lawsuit
- Negotiate a settlement with insurers
- Represent you in a trial
When you work with Underwood Law Office, you won’t be left in the dark. Throughout the process, we can provide you with regular updates and make ourselves available to answer any questions.
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We Can Handle Your Dog Bite Case on Contingency
We know you are already dealing with medical bills and other losses. We can help by taking your case on contingency. It won’t cost you anything for us to start your case; we only take a percentage of any compensation we secure for you.
You can rest assured that we will work hard to win your case. Our payment depends on it, and we want to help you receive the treatment you need to get better.
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Keep Texas’ Statute of Limitations in Mind
We may begin seeking compensation through an insurance claim, but the dog owner’s policy may not cover your injuries. Even if they do have coverage, insurers may deny your claim.
If we can’t negotiate for fair compensation, we can file a personal injury lawsuit for you. To do this, you must generally file within two years of the dog attack, according to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003. If you miss this deadline, you could lose your chance to hold the dog owner responsible.
We can help you abide by your deadline by getting started on your case right away. As soon as you complete your free consultation, we can get to work. Keep in mind that it takes time to build a case, though. The sooner you reach out to us, the better we can protect your rights.
Let Underwood Law Office Handle Your Anna Dog Bite Case Today
Few accidents are more frightening than a dog attack. After being bitten, our legal team can fight for the compensation you deserve. A settlement or verdict can help you access treatment and make up for your losses.
We can discuss your legal options during a free consultation, so call us today. We can get to work immediately and help you meet any deadlines that apply to your case.
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