A 12-year old girl was bitten by a Pit Bull the other day. Riverside County Animal Control took the dog and had it quarantined. The girl was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Dog bites account for hundreds of thousands of emergency room visits every year – they are the leading causes of personal injury. Anyone who is bitten by a dog should seek medical treatment immediately, especially if the dog’s health status is not known. If left untreated, it can cause serious infection.
If you or your child has been bitten by a dog, it is in your best interest to contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney because the owner of the dog is generally liable for your injuries and expenses.
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Recently I heard from someone who was bitten by a dog. She wanted to know if she needed an attorney. I told her yes. An attorney can make the situation less stressful and more efficient; they know what to say and what not to say. A good attorney can handle the case with the dog owner’s insurance company and get the claim resolved without going to court – most of the time.
An experienced attorney can evaluate your claim and determine compensation for you, which includes any lost time from work, especially if you are injured and out for a substantial amount of time. Retaining an attorney early in the process is the key to a better settlement for you – it ensures that the claim will be handled quickly and in an efficient manner.
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