Dog Bite Liability of the Dog Owner
Being bitten by a dog can be a traumatic experience. Injuries can range from scrapes and lacerations to serious puncture wounds and even death. Dog bites that are severe may require skin grafts, muscle surgeries, rehabilitation and even long term therapy. In addition, severe scarring may have a tremendous impact on your social life and your ability to enjoy life to the fullest.
If you or someone you love was the victim of a dog bite, it is important to seek medical attention immediately following the attack. Dog bites can easily become infected if not treated quickly and this infection can have serious consequences and long term effects.
Common Dog Bite Physical Injuries:
- Lacerations
- Scrapes and abrasions
- Puncture wounds
- Tissue or Muscle loss
- Fractured Bones
- Scars
- Disfiguration
- MRSA infections
- Rabies
- Cellulitis
- Nerve Damage
- Paralysis
- Death
In addition to physical injuries from dog bites, being attacked by a dog can result in serious emotional injuries that can have lifelong consequences, especially in young children. Young children may have difficulty processing their emotions and may exhibit behavioral problems like wetting the bed, hitting their siblings or acting out in school. In addition, they may become clingy, nervous or have difficulty going out in public. Parents of child dog bite victims should monitor their children closely for signs of these emotional injuries.
Common Dog Bite Emotional Injuries:
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Lifelong fear of dogs or other animals
- Nightmares or Night Terrors (especially in young children)
- Depression or Anxiety
- Shame or embarrassment due to scarring
If you or someone you love was the victim of a dog bite, it is important to contact a Missouri dog bite tort law attorney immediately to review your case. Your attorney will make sure you are taking the necessary steps to protect your interests.
Missouri dog bite law is on your side and an experienced animal attack lawyer can help you receive the compensation you deserve after a serious dog bite injury. At Page Law, our personal injury attorneys know how traumatic a dog bite can be. We work aggressively to obtain the maximum compensation for all of our dog bite victims and their families. We help real people ----with real problems. Contact us immediately for a free consultation. You will never pay any fees unless we recover money for your injuries. Please call 314.488.2433 for an immediate response from John Page or contact John online at john@thepagefirm.com.
