Dog Bites and Animal Attacks

Dog bites and animal attacks can result in severe injuries, including physical harm, emotional trauma, and long-term psychological effects. Whether the attack is from a dog, a horse, or another animal, victims may face pain, scarring, and a lengthy recovery process. If you have been injured in an animal attack, you may be entitled to compensation. We specialise in handling dog bite and animal attack claims, ensuring that victims get the legal support they need to recover damages and hold responsible parties accountable.

Dog Bite and Animal Attack Statistics:

Dog Bites in the UK: The NHS treats approximately 8,000 people annually for injuries related to dog bites or attacks. These injuries can range from minor wounds to life-changing injuries requiring surgery or long-term care. (NHS) Animal attacks, especially those involving dogs, can cause lasting physical and emotional harm. If you have been the victim of an animal attack, seeking legal representation is important to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries and losses.

What Are Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims?

Dog bite and animal attack claims are legal cases where a person seeks compensation for injuries caused by an animal. Common incidents include:

Dog bites: Injuries caused by bites or scratches, which can lead to infections, scarring, and sometimes long-term physical and emotional trauma.
Attacks by other animals: Injuries caused by attacks from other animals, such as horses, cats, or exotic pets.
Dog or animal-related injuries: Non-bite injuries, such as being knocked over by a dog or struck by an animal.

Under UK law, pet owners are responsible for ensuring their animals do not cause harm to others. If you’ve been bitten or attacked by an animal, you may be entitled to compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, and other damages.

Why You Need Legal Representation for Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims

Animal attacks can be traumatic, and the aftermath can be overwhelming. Dealing with the physical injuries, the emotional toll, and the legal process at the same time can be difficult. Having a skilled solicitor on your side can help you navigate through this challenging process.

Types of Animal Attack Claims We Handle

We handle a wide variety of dog bite and animal attack claims, including:

Dog Bites: Claims for injuries caused by dog attacks, ranging from minor bites to more severe injuries requiring medical intervention.
Attacks by Other Animals: Claims for injuries caused by other types of animals, such as horses, cats, or exotic pets.
Dog-Related Incidents: Claims for injuries caused by an animal knocking you over, tripping you, or causing you to fall.

What Compensation Can You Claim?

We handle a wide variety of dog bite and animal attack claims, including:

Medical Expenses: Compensation for the cost of treating physical injuries caused by the attack, including surgeries, hospital stays, and ongoing treatments.
Psychological Injury: Compensation for emotional distress, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, or depression that result from the attack.
Pain and Suffering: Damages for the physical pain caused by the injuries sustained in the attack.
Lost Earnings: Compensation for income lost due to the time you needed off work to recover from your injuries.
Care Costs: If your injuries prevent you from carrying out daily activities, you may be entitled to compensation for care and assistance you need.