Anyone who’s endured a dog bite or attack can testify to the fact that it’s a scary experience. The trauma alone can be a lot to deal with afterwards, but there’s also medical bills and third-party accountability to consider.
You shouldn’t have to deal with these things on your own. By hiring a personal injury attorney to fight for your rights, you’ll have more time to focus on healing physically and emotionally— without the stress of a complex legal process.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, “roughly 50% of dog bites introduce bacteria” to a wound. “Unvaccinated and feral dogs can also potentially carry and transfer rabies,” meaning the more you know about the dog that bit you, the better. But unfortunately, that’s not always the case.
No matter whose dog bit you or why, it’s important to seek medical care and legal support as soon as possible, so you can receive the fast, fair compensation you deserve.
Though each case is different, there are things everyone can and should do to ensure their own safety after a dangerous encounter with a dog. Experts in health and wellness at the Cleveland Clinic recommend these seven easy steps to lower your risk of infection or complications after a dog bite or attack:
There are a lot of questions that need to be answered after a dog bite or attack. After decades of experience serving clients in personal injury cases, the G3 Help Me team knows exactly which questions need to be asked right away. For example:
The first step in getting you a fair settlement is asking questions like this during your free, confidential case evaluation. By discussing any unique factors involved in your situation, we’ll be able to provide a more in-depth picture of what you can expect from your case. Then, we’ll take your case to court and fight on your behalf… Because you deserve the best!
If you or someone you know in Knoxville or the Tri-Cities is looking for help after sustaining a dog bite injury, we’re here to help. Give us a call at (865) 658-4012 to schedule your free, confidential case evaluation today. And as always, stay safe out there.
*Information in this article was sourced from Cleveland Clinic’s online forum, Health Essentials.