Clinton Township Dog Bite Injury Attorney
Dog bites and other animal attacks can result in serious physical and emotional trauma. Many injuries will cause permanent damage including scarring, loss of limb and loss of mobility. If you or someone you love has suffered a dog bite or a vicious animal attack, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your injuries. At Vincent F. Salerno, P.C., I offer comprehensive and experienced legal services to protect the rights of my clients who have suffered serious dog bites and animal attack injuries
Call a victims’ rights advocate today at 866-644-7402 for a free consultation. I have 20 years of experience recovering significant settlements for the victims of serious accident and injury, including many injured by bites from dogs and other animals. Contact me today for a free consultation.
If you have suffered a dog bite:
- Identify the dog and its owner
- Document the scene by taking pictures of the dog and your injuries
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible
- Contact your local police or animal control agency
- Contact an attorney
Dog bites and children
Children often become victims of dog bites because they are more curious and may not understand the dangers of strange dogs. They are also smaller and less able to defend themselves against dogs who may feel threatened. If your child suffered a dog bite, I will take strategic action to maximize compensation for all injuries including lacerations, scarring and emotional trauma.
Dog bites and owner liability
In the event of a dog bite, the owner or caretaker of the dog may be held liable, particularly if the dog has bitten someone in the past. The only defense to a dog bite is provocation, but under Michigan law, that excludes provocation by children. There is strict liability for dog bites involving dangerous breeds like pit bulls and rottweilers. In the event that the owner of the dog has a homeowner’s insurance policy, you may be able to collect from the insurance carrier of the policy. I will identify every party responsible for the attack and pursue every avenue of recovery on your behalf.
Contact Vincent F. Salerno, P.C. for a free consultation with an experienced dog bite injury attorney. Maximize your opportunity for recovery today – call me toll-free at 866-644-7402 or send me an e-mail.
