Dog Attack compensation claims
Dog Attack compensation claims
If you have been injured by a dog and it was found the person responsible for the dog failed to keep its control, then you rightfully can bring a dog attack compensation claim against the dog owner responsible.
Most dog owners do keep insurance, but some do not but are ways to deal with both avenues. In the instance that your dog attack happened whilst you were at work, then your compensation claim would be against your employer.
Can I make a dog attack compensation claim for a dog bite on private property?
You can make a dog attack accident claim in any surrounding where the owner of the dog has failed to keep you safe, whether public or private land. The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 has remained updated of on attacks whilst on private land, but it is a requirement of any dog owner by law to remain control of their dogs at all times for the public’s safety.
The laws around dog attack compensation claims
There is case law surrounding dog attack and the various circumstances that can cause these situations to arise, our personal injury claims Solicitors will use these methods when building you claim, in terms of legislation and acts we have summarised below for some easy reading:
What is The Animals Act 1971?
The Act was implemented in the early seventies for victims to be protected from damage from caused by animals including dogs, amongst over livestock at farms, zoo or over wise. It places the owners are responsible for damage caused by these animals, including physical harm.
What is The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991?
In addition to the act prohibiting the dog owner from allowing it to cause harm or be dangerously out of control, they are also restricted buying, selling breeding or exchange these types of dangerous dogs, namely:
- Dogo Argentino
- Fila Brasileiro
- Japanese Tosa
- Pit bull Terrier
Whilst not restricted dog owners with these types of dogs must have them chipped, insured and where possible neutered, a basic standard of law.
Some questions answered
How much compensation award will I get for a dog attack injury?
There are no set no set compensation amounts as each circumstance and outcome is unique and cases can be different. Your claim will be assessed based by our dog attack Solicitors on the seriousness of your injury along with the long-term impacts on your life and any financial losses you will or made to have suffered.
To provide an insight of past cases established and settled categorised by specific injuries, we present the following:
- Minor hand injuries: up to £4,500
- Detachment of part of a finger: up to £7,400
- Serious hand injuries: up to £58,000
Our Solicitors will be sure to obtain medical reports from established experts, who will go above and beyond in you examination to assist establish your medical state to make sure you get the best compensation award possible.
What other things can I claim for after being involved in a dog attack injury?
Like with all claim’s injuries cause effects, such as time off for recovery, reduced hours, childcare, healthcare, for some its much harder. Our Solicitors will aim to discover all your losses during conversation, whatever they maybe they are usually calculated in three categories:
- General damages: the physical and psychological effect
- Special damages: medical bills, for treatment, time off work, travel cost
- Long-term impacts: any ongoing symptoms causing to readapt in your home or ongoing care requirements
In the event you were a Pedestrian, then visit our Pedestrian accident Claims service for more information.
Is the anytime limits for me to bring a compensation claim against a dog owner?
Like most claims you have a duty to bring a claim against the dog owner or their representatives within 3 years from the date of your accident. There is no limit for a person to claim on behalf of a person who is proven to be mentally incapacitated or suffering learning difficulties.
How can I begin making a claim for Compensation?
You can start by clicking on this link, by completing our contact form you can deliver your circumstances at your ease, we will receive any message instantaneously and it will be allocated to a dog attack compensation claims Solicitor for a call back at your time of choice. Our website offers various information in relation to your injuries along various other options to contact us, or obtain more independent information off site.
What should I expect in my consultation with the Solicitor?
Well first things first, the consultation is free of any obligation to sign up. Here you will discuss your described circumstances in more depth, the conversation will help you establish whether you have a claim and what the next steps should be.
If you are happy with the information and wish to proceed with a claim, a relevant time or immediately if you wish may complete a Claim form in that call, or you choose a date and time to be called back.
What happens once I have signed my papers and agreed the relevant terms?
Your case will be allocated to a dog attack compensation claims Solicitor, who will open your case file and carry out official enquires, such as verification of the third party and their insurance company, obtaining your medical records, making plans to request any evidence of the scene from the police, employers, private organisation are as per the requirement of the case needs.
Don’t worry yourself further on processes or the how’s, contact our team now and a free no obligation conversation will simply enable you to walk away with some peace of mind.
To get a better idea of how much compensation you could be eligible for and your chances of success, contact RU1INJURED on 0800 955 18 27, or click the GET IN TOUCH link below to be taken to our enquiry form to arrange a call back at a time that suits you.