Dog Bite Lawyer Ottawa
Dog Bite (Other Animal Bite) Claims
“Dog is a man’s best friend”, so the saying goes. For the vast majority of cases, dogs and other family animals and pets are of little threat or risk – particularly where they are properly controlled by their owner. However, when things go wrong and a dog or other animal attacks a human, the results can be devastating! Animal attacks can lead to serious scarring, disfigurement, amputation, psychological trauma, and in the worst case, even death.
If you have been the subject of an attack by someone else’s dog or other animals in Ottawa, you may be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering, psychological trauma, out-of-pocket expenses, medical bills, any loss of income, and potentially more. In Ontario, for example, dog owners are specifically liable to compensate the victim of a dog bite/attack, pursuant to the Dog Owners’ Liability Act.
Experienced Dog Bite Injury Lawyers Ottawa
Our dog bite lawyer Ottawa at the personal injury law firm are well trained and skilled at obtaining just results for our clients who have suffered injuries as a result of a dog or animal attack.
What Types of Injuries Do Dog Bites Cause?
Did you recently incur significant medical expenses after someone’s pet bit you? A dog bite lawyer in Ottawa can advocate for you to receive compensation for healthcare, pain and suffering, and loss of income if you experienced any of the following injuries and more.
Punctures and Cuts Require Cleaning and StitchesDogs’ teeth are designed for both piercing and slicing through flesh. Punctures and cuts happen after any bite strong enough to break the skin. They need immediate medical attention to reduce the risk of scarring and prevent infection.
Strong Jaws Can Crush Weaker BonesA large dog has enough power to crush small bones in the hand or foot if it bites you there. These wounds take significant time to heal and may hinder your ability to work. Filing an aggressive dog lawsuit in Ottawa could help mitigate the financial consequences.
Don’t Overlook the Long-Term Emotional ScarsAfter a dog attack, legal help gives you a chance at pursuing fair compensation for pain and suffering. The experience could leave you with PTSD, a phobia, and anxiety. By establishing pet owner liability, attorneys at LMS Personal Injury Lawyers advocate for a financial nest egg that can help you pay for this potentially life-long treatment.
How Dog Bite Lawyers Advocate for Your Case
How does a dog bite lawyer in Ottawa help you find closure and justice after your experience? We start by gathering evidence and looking at everything it has cost you. We’ll set reasonable expectations about what you should ask for, including medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more.
Once we establish liability, we negotiate the case with insurance companies. If they refuse to pay, we take the case to court and seek a court order for compensation. Upon a ruling or settlement, the company usually has one or two months to pay you.
Steps You Should Take After Experiencing a Dog Bite
How can you help an Ottawa canine injury lawyer advocate on your behalf? After a dog bite, take the following steps.
Call 911 If You Need Emergency Medical HelpAlways seek medical attention, even for minor wounds. For more severe injuries, call 911 even before you start documenting everything. Also, call the police so they can help gather evidence and file an official report.
Document Everything and Gather Witness StatementsThe more evidence our lawyers for dog bites have, the more efficiently they can argue your case. Take pictures of everything and gather statements and contact information for any witnesses. Keep records of all medical treatments and expenses like therapy bills, gas for travelling to treatments, and more.
Avoid Public Discussions or PostingsThe proceedings can take a while, but we suggest limiting how much you discuss it publicly. In particular, avoid posting about it on social media, as this could reflect poorly on you and hinder the overall outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
We can answer many questions about an aggressive dog lawsuit in Ottawa, including the following.
Is a Dog Bite Case a Civil or Criminal Matter?
A dog bite can be either a civil or criminal offence. In most cases, an animal attack lawyer at LMS Personal Injury Lawyers will treat it as a civil matter, unless the dog was trained to attack people.
How Long Does a Dog Bite Injury Claim Take To Resolve?
The average dog bite injury claim takes two years to reach a settlement. However, based on various factors, it can take between one month and six years.
What Type of Compensation Does a Lawyer Require?
A dog bite lawyer in Ottawa doesn’t require any upfront compensation. If we succeed in your claim, we’ll take a small percentage of your winnings rather than ask you to pay out of pocket.
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