Dog Bites

Lexington, Kentucky

Pet owners have a responsibility to know the temperament of their animals and keep them properly restrained around others. When a pet owner fails to keep their dog under control and you or a loved one suffers a dog bite, you have a legal right to seek compensation for your injuries.

An estimated five million people suffer dog bites every year and most of these are children. While deaths from dog attacks are rare, serious injuries result in 800,000 people seeking medical attention including hospital stays that average three days.

If you have been bitten by a dog in the Lexington, Kentucky area, experienced personal injury attorney James Vaught can help you recover from the losses associated with medical treatments and the emotional consequences of these injuries.

Types of Dog Bite Injuries

Dogs are predatory animals with teeth intended to remove flesh from bone. Most dogs bite when they feel either their safety or that of their owner is threatened, while some are simply malicious, or have been bread to attack. Over 50% of fatal dog bites are caused by Rottweiler or pit bull breeds, both of which have jaws capable of inflicting serious damage. However, Dalmatians and Labradors have also been known to seriously injure people.

Types of dog bite injuries include:

• Puncture wounds
• Broken bones
• Disfigurement
• Post traumatic stress syndrome
• Death

Some of these injuries create an increased risk for infection, and all dog bites should be attended to by a medical professional as soon as possible. Preventing additional injuries depends on prompt medical care. Making sure you obtain all medical records associated with your injury will help Attorney Vaught build an effective case against the dog’s owner.

Your Legal Rights

When you or your children are attacked by a dog, you may have the option to seek compensation from a number of parties. The dog’s owner is responsible for their animal, but landlords, daycare centers, and even previous owners may be held responsible as well. You have a right to seek damages from every responsible party. Homeowner’s insurance may cover some of these damages, but only an experienced dog bite attorney can get you the full compensation you are due.

Applying over a decade of experience in holding negligent pet owners accountable for their animals, Attorney Vaught can help you identify and hold responsible all parties whose negligence resulted in your injuries.

If you or a loved one has been attacked by a dog in the Lexington, Kentucky area, please contact James Vaught of James Vaught Law Office PLLC to schedule an obligation free initial consultation.