Injury Law - Dog Bite Injury Accidents

Sacramento Dog Bite Injury Lawyer, Sacramento Animal Attack Accident Attorney

Dog bite injuries affect approximately 4.7 million people in the United States annually. Of this population, about 800,000 dog bite victims require medical treatment each year. Most dog bite victims are children, as it is the second leading cause of injury to minors. Dog bite attacks account for one out of three homeowner's liability insurance claims, which translates into more than one billion dollars in pay-outs annually. Dog bite claims fall under the umbrella of personal injury law, where an injured party has the legal right to seek compensation for injuries caused by another party's actions or negligence.

There are many reasons why a dog bites. Many dog bite injuries occur when a dog is trying to defend or protect his territory, establish dominance over his/her victim, is in a new, unfamiliar, or threatening environment, and when disturbed while eating, sleeping, or coveting a toy or treat. There are several factors that increase the likelihood that a dog will bite. A dog that is not altered is three times more likely to bite. Dog bite offenders often will attack when they are chained up or the victim of any other form of mistreatment. Male dogs bite more often than females, especially those between the ages of one and five. All breeds of dog bite, though Rottweilers and pit bulls perpetrate half of all dog bite related fatalities.

If you are involved in a dog bite incident it is important to first establish if medical treatment in necessary. Gaining pertinent information about the dog, its owner, and any witnesses is also crucial. A dog bite victim may also want to report the incident to local police or animal control authorities. Contacting a dog bite injury attorney can help you discover what your legal rights and options in a case may be. A dog bite attorney can help maximize and protect your interests in a dog bite case.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a dog bite or animal attack in Northern California you need to protect your legal rights. Contact the Law Offices of Robert N. Kitay for a free dog bite injury consultation.

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