Every day, almost 1,000 people go to the ER due to dog attacks in their homes, while taking a walk, or while visiting other properties. In many cases, dog bites are mild, requiring little or no stitching. However, in other instances, the attack can be vicious, leading to catastrophic injuries and even death. Sometimes, such injuries suffered by victims translate to psychological trauma that requires therapy to help the victim heal.
As a result, victims may end up spending considerable amounts of money seeking treatment for their injuries. Worse, they may suffer additional losses such as missed job opportunities or no income while hospitalized. To recover these damages, contact a Telluride dog bite lawyer from Veritas Injury Lawyers. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys can help you file a claim and pursue the justice you deserve.
Reasons Why Dog Attacks Occur
Several things can trigger a dog attack, leading to bites and other injuries sustained during the incident. Our Telluride attorneys typically handle dog bite claims involving:
- Pet owner negligence, specifically involving weak dog restraint, no leash in public places, and lax containment
- Improper training, such as lacking dog training, ignoring aggression, and not teaching them how to socialize properly
- Lack of animal control enforcement, as units may appear reluctant to do something about aggressive strays or other unsecure dogs
- Dogs “protecting” their territory and displaying territorial aggression, attacking to protect their yard or home
- Strangers approaching without invitation
- Hurt, injured, or scared dogs acting aggressively
- Dogs that have just had their puppies, exhibiting extra protective and aggressive traits
In addition, allowing dogs to roam free without putting up “beware of dog” signs can lead to attacks if unsuspecting victims visit a property.
Holding Liable Parties Responsible For Dog Bites
Dog bites often lead to crush injuries, puncture wounds, nerve damage, significant blood loss, and face or neck injuries, particularly among children. While any dog breed can attack people, some are more prone to aggression and attacks, including Pitbull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, and mixed-breed dogs. Individuals who own these breeds are generally expected to exercise increased caution and care when keeping their pets on a leash.
In general, liability is largely tied to the dog handler’s actions or inactions at the time of the attack. If a dog walker took the dog off their leash while walking them in the park, the walker would be primarily liable – even if the owner never trained the dog to be social. Additional liability may then be passed on to the owner later on.
An experienced attorney from Veritas Injury Lawyers can review the circumstances of your Telluride dog attack and find who to hold responsible.
Contact a Telluride Dog Bite Attorney For Legal Guidance
When a dog attacks you or your child, it is usually due to someone’s failure to keep their dog under control. Unfortunately, this seemingly small mistake can have life-altering consequences. Our team at Veritas Injury Lawyers can help you sue the at-fault party for all available damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other available compensation.
Our lawyers have insurance defense experience and can help ensure your claim is filed correctly. Contact us today to talk with a Telluride dog bite lawyer about your case.
