Dog Bite Injury

Dogs and children can be wonderful companions for one another and develop a lifelong relationship. But dogs can also represent a significant health and safety threat to children. A dog bite or animal attack can quickly transform that positive connection into a lifetime of pain, injury and fear.

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates there are nearly 5 million instances of dog bites or dog attacks each year in the United States, and that a high percentage of dog bite victims are young children. Like you, we read or see the news stories of horrifying dog bite attacks upon small children in Southwest Florida. Locally, a Fort Myers child -- only 2 years old -- was tragically killed when his grandparents' dog grabbed the little boy's neck and killed him.

 Complications of Dog Bites

Dog attacks and dog bites can quickly turn into an emergency situation, particularly when dealing with small children. A child's head, neck and face are especially vulnerable to dog attack.

In the interest of preventing serious health consequences associated with dog bites, it's important to seek immediate medical care in the case of a dog attack. Here are a few common complications of dog bite injuries:

A dog attack can have a devastating and long-lasting effect on your child's life, causing physical and psychological wounds, and in some cases, even death. Be sure to contact the proper local law enforcement and animal control authorities in the event of a dog attack, and then speak to a dog bite lawyer who can inform you of your legal rights.

If your child has sustained serious injuries after being bitten or attacked by a dog, you may be entitled to recover compensation on their behalf through a personal injury lawsuit. Speaking to a child injury lawyer that specializes in dog attacks can help you determine liability and get the financial support your child needs for medical treatments and care.

Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Dog Attack On a Child

This is clearly an emotional time for you and your family. It is not uncommon for insurance companies or other negligent parties to offer you a settlement far below what your child's injuries will end up costing your family in medical and therapeutic care. It's important to have a qualified child injury attorney on your side to look out for your family's best interests and to ensure you receive a fair settlement or trial verdict.

If your child has been seriously injured in a dog attack, then contact an experienced personal injury lawyer at our firm for a caring, compassionate, and honest review of the dog bite claim.