If somebody else’s dog bit you or your child, you need an experienced Brockton dog bite lawyer to help you get money for your emotional trauma, medical bills, lost income, and more.
For a compassionate Brockton personal injury lawyer who wants to be your one-stop-shop law firm, contact Jason Stone Injury Lawyers for a free consultation.
Not only are we available 24/7, but we have recovered over $225 million for our clients, so you know we’ll work hard to get you the money you’re entitled to.
What to Do After a Dog Bite
After a dog attacks you or your child, you might feel panicked and unsure of what to do, so here are the steps that our lawyers recommend you take after getting bitten by a dog for the best chances of getting money for your traumatic and disfiguring experience.
Get the Dog Owner’s Homeowners Insurance and Contact Information
Many times, people get bitten by their friend or family member’s dog. In that case, you would already have their information.
If you’re just walking down the street and get attacked by a random dog, however, do your best to get the owner’s contact information so you can hold them responsible for their dog’s unacceptable behavior.
Clean the Wound
Is a dog’s mouth cleaner than a human’s? We’ve all heard this common saying, but is it true?
No; dogs have more than 600 different types of bacteria in their mouths, similar to the 615 or more bacteria types found in human mouths. So be sure to immediately clean out the dog bite as well as you can.
Do not use hydrogen peroxide. It kills healthy cells and bacteria in the wound. Rubbing alcohol may also be too harsh and prolong the healing process. Cool running water and mild soap are recommended for home wound care until a medical professional can treat you.
Get Medical Care
Even if the bite seems minor, you should get medical care for several different reasons:
- Even wounds that look superficial can be deeper than you expect.
- Dog wounds easily become infected, so you may need antibiotics to heal properly.
- If you can’t obtain proof that the dog that bit you is current on its rabies vaccination, you may need rabies shots yourself; waiting until you display symptoms of rabies is a deadly mistake.
- Medical records can help prove that you were injured when the dog bit you and make for better evidence than pictures alone.
Report the Bite
Reporting the bite to Brockton City Animal Control or the police ensures the dog is quarantined and evaluated for diseases like rabies. It also creates an official record of the incident for your dog bite claim.
Document Your Injuries
You should keep all your medical records and bills and take photos of the dog bite right after it happens and as it heals to document the pain and suffering you experienced as a result of the dog bite.
Contact a Brockton Dog Bite Attorney
The irresponsible owner of the dog who bit you (or their homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy) should pay for all your medical bills, lost wages, and difficulties associated with your injuries.
If they don’t willingly hand over that money, a Brockton dog bite attorney can help you hold them accountable.
Why Hire a Dog Bite Lawyer in Brockton?
With our Stone Cold Guarantee®, the experienced attorneys at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers want to be your one-stop-shop to help you recover financially, physically, emotionally, and legally after a dog bite.
Some of the ways we do that include:
- Explaining and upholding your rights throughout the process
- Investigating the incident and gathering evidence
- Calculating your damages
- Negotiating with insurance companies
- Representing you in court
How Much Money Could You Get for Your Dog Bite?
The more severe the wounds from the dog bite were, the more money you deserve. If you only needed a single doctor visit that left no scar, and didn’t cause you to miss work, for example, your case would still be worth pursuing but would be worth enough to compensate you for your pain, suffering, medical bills, and the challenges you experienced.
On the other hand, if your child was bitten in the face and has required multiple surgeries that you had to miss work for, and your child will be permanently disfigured as a result of the dog bite, your case may be worth quite a lot.
A free consultation with an experienced dog bite lawyer can tell you how much money you may be owed after a dog bite.
How Long Do You Have to Sue After a Dog Bites You?
Massachusetts General Laws Part III Title V Chapter 260 Section 2A states that you have three years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit.
At Jason Stone Injury Lawyers, we recommend you contact an attorney as soon as possible rather than waiting until close to the deadline so we can start collecting and preserving evidence before it disappears or fades from memory.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a Brockton Dog Bite Lawyer
If you or your child were bitten by a dog and need a Brockton dog bite lawyer, schedule a free consultation with the compassionate attorneys at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers.
In your consultation, there’s no obligation, just information®. We work on contingency fees, so we’ll take a portion of the money we get for you and not a penny before that.
We’ve recovered more than $225 million for our clients, so contact us today and let us help you get the money you deserve for your or your child’s dog bite incident.
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