A dog bite lawyer injuries that require extensive medical treatment and leave victims with costly bills. A qualified New York dog bite lawyer can help ensure that the responsible parties are held liable for all damages.

The first step in a dog bite case is to find out who the owner of the dog is and get their contact information. It’s also important to determine whether the dog is vaccinated for rabies and other diseases that can be transmitted from dogs to humans. This information is vital to determining the amount of compensation that can be recovered from the owner.

Bitten by a Dog? Know Your Rights with the Law Offices of C. Ray Carlson

An experienced attorney will work with medical experts to uncover the full extent of the victim’s injuries and how they may impact his or her future. This can include a determination of the duration and capacity for the victim to work in his or her original role. Compensation can be sought for any lost wages. In addition, an attorney can seek to prove that the dog was a known danger by reviewing any prior incidents of aggression or dangerous behavior from the dog.

It’s possible that the victim will not return to work in the same capacity and may not be able to work at all. In such a situation, an attorney can file a claim to seek compensation for loss of income. Compensation can also be sought for pain and suffering, as well as the loss of enjoyment of life caused by severe or permanent scarring, disfigurement, paralysis, or the death of a loved one.

Law Offices of C. Ray Carlson
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