Naturally, children are more attracted to dogs, but also less cautious, which can be dangerous when the child and dog are not familiar with each other. Unfortunately, young children are among the most at-risk age groups for dog bites and attacks, and in many cases, the dog’s owner may be legally liable for the damages. If your child has been injured in a dog bite attack.
We at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses, and this includes working on your behalf to ensure a favorable settlement.
About 4.5 million dog bites per year occur in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and over 50% of the victims in these cases are children, with the most common age range being five to nine years old. Some of the theories about this disparity include:
- Dominance – Some dogs may be more prone than others to viewing humans, including children, as part of a hierarchy in which the dog is superior and wants to establish dominance.
- Energy – Children are often energetic and may move with speed and unpredictability, which can make some dogs feel anxious or threatened.
- Education – Children are less likely than adults to understand the importance of caution around dogs or identify when a dog feels threatened and/or should not be approached, which directly results in many dog bite attacks.
About 60% of all child victims in dog bite cases are harmed in the head/neck region, according to the American Humane Society, and about 70% of all fatalities from dog attacks are children under 10 years of age; the hands, arms, and legs are also common targeted areas for victims of all ages. Children who are injured in dog attacks may require extensive care, such as:
- Medical treatment – This can be short- or long-term and may include stitching, surgery, or even physical therapy.
- Psychological treatment – Many children suffer from anxiety and/or fear of dogs after being attacked by a dog.
- Plastic surgery – Often depending on the location of the injury, many dog bite injuries result in disfigurement for which plastic surgery may be necessary to maintain the victim’s normal appearance.
We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, including when you or a loved one has been injured in a dog bite attack, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
If your child has been injured in an attack by a dog, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people and not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.