Dog Bite Lawyer in Pennsylvania

We Understand the Devastating Impact of Animal Attacks

A dog is said to be a person’s best friend, but unfortunately, dogs sometimes viciously attack people, including children. Dog bites are the most common types of animal attacks, and one of the most dangerous – about one in five victims needs medical attention. Tens of thousands of people need reconstructive surgery or other invasive procedures as a result of their injuries.

Common Causes of Dog Bite Incidents:

• Owners failing to use a leash in public

• Dogs escaping through an open gate or broken fence

• Improperly trained or aggressive dogs

• Children bitten while playing near an unattended dog

• Dogs not properly restrained around delivery workers or guests

• Attacks at dog parks or other public spaces

Common Dog Bite Injuries:

• Puncture wounds and deep lacerations

• Serious infections and diseases, including rabies, cellulitis, or tetanus. 

• Nerve and tendon damage

• Facial disfigurement and permanent scarring

• Ear, eye, face, neck, and nose injuries

• Psychological trauma, especially in children who may suffer long-lasting fear and anxiety

• Psychological trauma
• Emotional distress
• PTSD
• Depression and Anxiety
• Internal injuries, including bleeding, bruising and organ damage
• Nerve damage
• Tendon injuries
• Concussion
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Fractures/broken bones
• Sprains, strains and other soft tissue injuries

These types of injuries can stay with victims for the rest of their lives. It’s important to understand how to keep your family safe from dog attacks, and it’s equally important to understand what to do if you’ve been bitten by a dog.

While dog bites are easily the most common animal attacks in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, other wild animals kept as pets can also cause injury. Even a bite from a small animal could sever a tendon or cause another type of serious injury. While some dog bite injuries are more severe than others, they should all be taken seriously. Common dog bite injuries include:

• Amputation
• Broken Bones
• Ear, eye, face, neck, and nose injuries
• Emotional Trauma
• Infections
• Nerve Damage
• Permanent Scars
• Rabies

Compensation for Your Dog Bite Injury

Most dog-bite claims are covered by the pet owner’s homeowner insurance. If you or your child have been bitten by a dog, contact Flager Law today. One of our lawyers can deal with the insurance company for you and aggressively pursue the settlement you deserve. Our firm can help you obtain compensation for a variety of expenses, including, but not limited to, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and fear and anguish. Getting that compensation can make a huge difference in dog bite cases because it will pay for reconstructive surgery to reduce any disfigurement, as well as counseling and psychological treatment to help victims recover from emotional trauma. For more information, see our Dog Bite FAQ.

“Our daughter was bit several times on her arms and legs by a neighbor’s dog.  She suffered physical injury and psychological trauma.  Someone at work told me about Randy Flager Law; so I went for a free case evaluation.  My husband and I felt safe and secure placing our case in Randy’s hands.  When it was over, we received what we believe to be a very fair settlement of $400,000 without a trial, which would have been very stressful on our daughter.  We highly recommend Flager Law.  Not only are they good lawyers; they make you feel like part of the family and that’s very important to us!”

Remember, any dog bite to you or your child should not be taken lightly. Take immediate action to make sure you don’t run into the statute of limitations. Get an attorney from our firm on your side right away while evidence is still available and witnesses’ memories are still fresh. At Flager Law, we’re proud to serve dog bite victims throughout eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation. Remember, you don’t pay us a cent unless we win.