Dog Bites

Dog Bite Lawyer

A dog bite might seem not important and a lot of them are minor injuries but sometimes especially with big dogs, the bite can cause serious physical harm as well as medical problems from diseases the dog can transmit to the person that was bitten.  An experienced dog bite attorney will know the state and local laws that govern dog bites and the responsibilities of the dog owner.  Additionally, homeowner policies can cover dog bites and help in getting compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other financial burdens resulting from a significant dog bite.

What should I do if a dog bites me?

1. Call 911, get medical attention immediately.

• Call emergency services and get medical treatment immediately.
• Dog bite wounds can become infected by the bacteria that enter through the wound itself.
• Dog bite injuries can be very dangerous if they are not properly treated by medical professionals.
• Don’t talk to anyone.

2. Call Personal Injury Attorney Javier Marcos.

• You should call the office as soon as possible.
• Our office is open 24 hours every day of the year.
• Call now 713-999-4444 / 1(800) 444-8118.
• Attorney Free Consultation

3. Don’t talk with the dog owner or the insurance company.

• Personal Injury Attorney Javier Marcos will take care of talking with them.
• Remember that they will use anything you say against you.
• Personal Injury Attorney Javier Marcos knows how to talk to them and protect your interest.

4. Personal Injury Attorney Javier Marcos will help you consult a doctor.

• It’s important that you quickly call Personal Injury Attorney Javier Marcos so that you can commence your medical treatment, do not worsen your position, preserve evidence, and learn your rights.

What information would be helpful after a dog bite?

• You need to make a report of the incident by calling 911.

• It is necessary to call the Animal Control Department since they will create a report to identify the dog, investigate the vaccinations, tie it up and identify the dog owner.

• It is necessary to collect all the information about how the dog attack happened.

• Write the names, addresses and telephone numbers of the witnesses that were there when the dog attack occurred.
• Obtain photographs of the dog attack.

Dog Breeds that commonly Attack:

• Siberian Huskies.

• Alaskan Malamutes.

• Doberman Pinschers.

• Great Danes.

• St. Bernards.

• Pit Bulls.

• Rottweilers.

• Akitas.

• Chow Chows.

• Presa Canarios (Canary Mastiff).

• And others…

Once a dog is considered dangerous, it is necessary that the owner register the dog with the Department of Animal Control, and the owner have it tied or pinned up at all times.  Remember, even if minor, a dog bite needs to be documented so that the dog can be registered as prone to violence just in case the next time is not just minor.

Your Call is Important

If you’ve suffered an accident, you have a right to file a lawsuit to recover your losses, medical expenses, treatment, pain & suffering, lost wages, inability to work or function, property damages, and others.

It’s important that you quickly call Dog Bite Attorney Javier Marcos & Associates so that you can commence your medical treatment, do not worsen your legal position, preserve evidence, and learn your rights.

Attorney Free Consultation is provided by Personal Injury Attorney Javier Marcos and Associates, your information is 100% confidential and we’ll visit the accident site, your home, or the hospital.

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Call Attorney Javier Marcos and Associates, a Texas Personal Injury Lawyer, that will Litigate your case,  713-999-4444 / 1(800) 444-8118.

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