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Dog Bite Attorney

It is true that dogs are man's best friend, yet, unfortunately for some living in Raleigh and Fayetteville North Carolina, man's best friend can sometimes turn into man's scariest enemy. Though it is not always out of pure viciousness, any kind of dog bite can be extremely painful. It is every dog's owner's responsibility to know how their animal will behave around other people. It is also the owner's responsibility to have his dog properly restrained in any kind of public situation or anytime the dog may come into contact with other individuals.

If you have been the victim of a dog bite or attack resulting in any kind of injury, you may be entitled to monetary compensation from the dog's owner for any medical bills and other losses that you may have incurred as a result of the injury. At the law offices of Brent Adams and Associates, our one and only priority is to help you in anyway we can. Our North Carolina Dog Bite Victim Attorneys will work to get you the compensation you deserve.

The Facts

Every year in the United States, as many as five million people, or roughly two percent of the entire American population, are the victims of some kind of dog bite or other related injury. Of all those people injured by dog bites, about 800,000 require some kind of professional medical attention. For those admitted to the hospital, the average stay for a dog bite injury is three and a half days. And perhaps most surprising of all, each year an average of 10-20 people in the United States are killed as the result of serious dog attacks the majority of which are usually young children.

Reasons Dogs Bite

Though most dogs do not ever intend to inflict serious injury on anyone, it inevitably does happen and for a variety of reasons. A dog bite is more likely to occur if a dog is fearful for his own safety, if the dog is acting to protect his owner's territory, if he feels threatened to the extent that he does not feel as though he has any other alternative, or if he is trying to establish some kind of dominance over another dog or individual.

When a female dog is in heat and there are male dogs present, there is a higher risk of becoming the victim of a dog bite. Statistically, male dogs are more likely to bite than females, dogs that are unaltered reproductively are more likely to bite, and dogs that are chained up, mistreated, or beaten are more likely to bite. There is no such thing as a dog that will never attempt to attack or bite. All dog breeds have the potential to bite, though more than 50% of the time fatal dog bite injuries involve the Pit-bull and Rottweiler types.

Your Legal Options

If you have been the victim of a dog bite, you have the legal right to seek compensation for your injuries from any and all parties responsible. Laws and regulations regarding the legal rights of dog bite victims can often vary from state to state, and even from city to city, so it is vital that you hire a good lawyer that knows and understands such laws and has experience in dealing with these kinds of cases. At Brent Adams & Associates, our highly skilled team of lawyers know what it takes to get you the money you are entitled to.

In all US states, a dog bite victim has the legal right to seek damages and compensation from a person whose negligence caused the dog bite as an example, a person in violation of local animal restraint and confinement laws, or any person who knowingly kept a dog on their property with a known history of aggression towards people is liable for all injuries caused by the dog.

In North Carolina the owners of certain dangerous breeds of dog are held strictly liable for injuries caused by their dog. That means the owner has to pay for all damages and injuries caused by their dog even if the owner is not negligent or careless.

Sometimes other people can be held responsible for a given dog bite incident as well. Under certain conditions and circumstances, any third party that knew of the dogs aggressive history can also be held responsible. This can include landlords, day care centers, and previous owners of the dog in question. In general, most laws place the responsibility for a dog bite on the dog's current owner, and they are held liable for the dogs behavior, as well as the pain and suffering of any victim of a bite or attack from the dog.

Your Next Step

If you or someone you know has been the victim of a dog bite resulting in any kind of physical injury, it is important to contact a good North Carolina Dog Bite Victim Attorney as soon as possible. Cases such as these tend to be fairly time sensitive, so the sooner you file your claim, the better chance you have at seeing your desired results.

At Brent Adams & Associates, we are here to help people just like you. Our North Carolina Dog Bite Victim Attorneys will work to get you the money you deserve for your injuries. It will not cost you anything to have your claim evaluated by one of our experienced attorneys. After we have gone over all of your legal options with you, you will then make the decision as to whether or not you wish to proceed with your case. If you have been bitten by a dog, you may be legally entitled to compensation for you pain and suffering; and we are the law firm that will get you the maximum results you are looking for. Please give us a call today.

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Library for Dog Bite Attorney:

• How Should You React During A Dog Attack?   
  Description: Sometimes a dog attack cannot be prevented. If you find yourself being attacked by a dog, there are some simple measures you can take to avoid more serious injuries and perhaps shorten the length of the attack.
• Common Dog Bite Injuries   
  Description: Although some dog bites heal quickly, other dog bite injuries can be very serious and even life-threatening. Do you know what the most common dog bite injuries are, and the best ways to treat dog bite injuries?
• Teach Your Children Dog Bite Prevention & Dog Attack Safety Tips   
  Description: Children are much more likely to be bitten or attacked by dogs than adults are. Have you talked with your children about how they can stay safe around animals?
• What Should You Do Immediately After Being Bitten By A Dog?   
  Description: Although it is almost always traumatic to be bitten or attacked by a dog, it is important to stay calm and deal with the situation with your health in mind. Here are some tips on how to take the right steps in the wake of a dog attack incident.
• How To Treat A Dog Bite Medically   
  Description: Dog bites can get easily infected and scar if they are not tended to correctly. Learn how to treat a dog bite until you see your doctor for professional medical attention.
• MSN Money Report: Dog Bites Can Bankrupt You   
  Description: Being responsible for your dog's actions is getting more serious by the year - these days an average dog bite case can cost your insurance company over $20,000 and could even land you in financial ruin or jail.
• Dog Bite Statistics   
  Description: Did you know that there are 75 million dogs living in the United States? Or that two percent of the US population will get attacked by a dog this year? Find out some shocking dog bite statistics.
• Dog Bite Prevention Tips   
  Description: How does one avoid a violent attack by an aggressive or dangerous dog? Although it is impossible to prevent attacks altogether, it is possible for you and your family to learn important tips on how to protect yourself and stay safe against canine attacks.
• North Carolina Dog Bite Laws – What is the One-Bite Rule? What is Strict Liability?   
  Description: What is the one bite rule? Generally, it means that an owner of a dog that has not been previously seen to be vicious or dangerous cannot be liable for the actions of that dog if it is involved in an attack, maiming, or bite. However, after the dog or other animal has been involved in a single biting or attacking incident, the owner is responsible for all future dog bite incidents.
• The Most Dangerous Dog Breeds – Bites, Mauls, and Deaths   
  Description: While the majority of dogs are well behaved, trained, and harmless, there are millions of dogs that are dangerous to humans, either because of abuse, aggressive training, or simple genetics and temperament.An analysis of the data finds that pit bulls, rottweilers, Presa Canarios and their mixes are responsible for 74% of bite attacks. Pit bull terriers are by far the most dangerous of the breeds, with that type of dog attacking both adults and children at alarming rates across the country.

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