Dog Bites and Animal Attacks

Pennsylvania Animal Attack Injury Lawyers

Animal attacks can result in far more than physical pain--disfigurement, a fear of rabies or other disease, and even a long-term fear of the type of animal that caused the injuries can result. A pet owner may be liable for such injuries when his or her animal bites or attacks, requiring compensation to the injured party for the resulting damages, including medical costs, financial loss, and emotional distress.

If you or a loved one has been attacked by an animal, you need an attorney who is experienced in handling these cases. At the Pennsylvania law firm of Naftulin and Shick, we can help. Contact us today to discuss your claim in a free consultation with a compassionate and committed personal injury attorney. We represent clients throughout Bucks County, Carbon County, Lehigh County, Montgomery County, and Northampton County.

Although animal-attack claims most often involve dog bites, many other types of domesticated animals--such as ferrets, cats, monkeys, and even birds--can also bite humans, causing injury and potential liability for their owners.

Dog bite statistics show that once a dog has bitten, the dog is more likely to bite again. Statistics also show that the dog bites that people usually sustain occur in their own neighborhoods.

Dog bites are often to the face, causing infection, trauma and scarring. Wounds can be classified as cuts, lacerations, abrasions, crushing wounds or punctures. These wounds can result in fractured bones and disfiguring scars. Frequently, surgical repair is needed, and eyesight or hearing can be damaged permanently. Often there is also emotional and psychological trauma associated with dog bites and attacks to both the victim and the person witnessing such an attack--especially when there are children involved.

If you or a family member has been injured or a loved one has been killed by any animal, you may be able to receive compensation from the person who should have had control over the animal. An owner is required to control or restrain their animal to ensure public safety. Owners may be held accountable for injuries caused by their animals if the animal was not properly secured on their property, if it was not on a leash, or if the owner knew that the animal was prone to violence or aggression.

A lawyer experienced in dog bite and personal injury law is the best source for accurate advice and information in animal attack cases. At Naftulin and Shick, we have that experience. We will not be intimidated by the insurance companies, and we will fight for your rights in negotiations, mediation, and in court, if necessary.

Contact us today to discuss your claim with a relentless client advocate.

For more information about recovering compensation for injuries caused by dog bites and animal attacks, see our Dog Bite and Animal Attack Information Center.