Animal Attacks
Every year hundreds of thousands of people suffer animal attacks in all kinds of places, the most common type being dog attacks and dog bites. This type of attack has received increased publicity recently in which certain breeds were named, notably Bull Terriers and Rottweilers. However, any breed can attack, with babies and small children being the most likely victims. Injuries sustained from animal attacks can be both physical as well as psychological.
Whilst you should make a claim for compensation following an animal or dog attack, it is important to realise that the success of a claim is dependent upon certain criteria being met. Thus, it is always best to be cautious and realistic in any claim situation as not all claims result in compensation.
Although it is easy to find a solicitor to support your case, you will certainly need proof of evidence from an injury specialist for your injuries solicitor to kick start the compensation process.
However, there are certain factors which will make your claim for compensation following a dog attack more successful. In order to make a successful claim following a dog attack, it is necessary to have evidence that the animal owner has been negligent in their handling of their pet, or as in the case of a dog owner, that the dog's owner or keeper had prior knowledge that their dog would attack if not properly restrained. Obviously, if the dog in question has a history of attacking, the more successful your claim is likely to be. Success with a dog attack claim is also more likely if the dog falls into the category of those requiring to be muzzled in public as stipulated under the 1991 Dangerous Dogs Act, and it wasn't, or if it should have been microchipped. Its worth informing the police of the incident, as this will confirm any dangerous history of the dog concerned.
All dog owners should have home or pet insurance, as it would be the dog owner's insurance company who would pay the compensation resulting from your claim should it be successful. Sometimes a claim can be make via the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. As with all other types of claims, making a claim for an animal or dog attack is usually done through a 'no win no fee' arrangement, where the victim does not incur any legal fees which are covered by the third party involved, should the claim prove successful.
Likewise, the victim can also successfully recover any medical fees incurred as a result of necessary treatment whilst filing a claim for injury compensation. If your claim proves unsuccessful, it is likely that any unsettled fees will be paid for by your insurance company, so it is vital that you are adequately covered, especially as the victim will be required to pay legal fees if they successfully win the compensation amount stated in their claim.
So, don't suffer in silence. If you are a victim of an animal or dog attack it's time to bite back.
Whilst you should make a claim for compensation following an animal or dog attack, it is important to realise that the success of a claim is dependent upon certain criteria being met. Thus, it is always best to be cautious and realistic in any claim situation as not all claims result in compensation.
Although it is easy to find a solicitor to support your case, you will certainly need proof of evidence from an injury specialist for your injuries solicitor to kick start the compensation process.
However, there are certain factors which will make your claim for compensation following a dog attack more successful. In order to make a successful claim following a dog attack, it is necessary to have evidence that the animal owner has been negligent in their handling of their pet, or as in the case of a dog owner, that the dog's owner or keeper had prior knowledge that their dog would attack if not properly restrained. Obviously, if the dog in question has a history of attacking, the more successful your claim is likely to be. Success with a dog attack claim is also more likely if the dog falls into the category of those requiring to be muzzled in public as stipulated under the 1991 Dangerous Dogs Act, and it wasn't, or if it should have been microchipped. Its worth informing the police of the incident, as this will confirm any dangerous history of the dog concerned.
All dog owners should have home or pet insurance, as it would be the dog owner's insurance company who would pay the compensation resulting from your claim should it be successful. Sometimes a claim can be make via the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. As with all other types of claims, making a claim for an animal or dog attack is usually done through a 'no win no fee' arrangement, where the victim does not incur any legal fees which are covered by the third party involved, should the claim prove successful.
Likewise, the victim can also successfully recover any medical fees incurred as a result of necessary treatment whilst filing a claim for injury compensation. If your claim proves unsuccessful, it is likely that any unsettled fees will be paid for by your insurance company, so it is vital that you are adequately covered, especially as the victim will be required to pay legal fees if they successfully win the compensation amount stated in their claim.
So, don't suffer in silence. If you are a victim of an animal or dog attack it's time to bite back.
