Man has long had a relationship with dogs that goes far beyond that seen with any other pet. The dog is a loyal companion, a workmate, and a help around the house all in one. With so many different breeds to choose from, there is plenty for the dog lover to get to know.
The sad fact is that some owners are irresponsible and allow their dogs to get out of control. Others simply do not give the animal the training it needs. As a result making a dog bite claim for compensation is something often seen in our courts, and the number of people claiming is on the rise.
There is a school of thought that says there is no such thing as a badly behaved dog, just a badly behaved owner. This is true to an extent as dogs are surprisingly intelligent animals and, on the whole, are usually easy to train. A well behaved dog is a joy to behold, while a badly behaved one is a problem that can result in injury.
Making a dog bite claim is something that is your right if you have been bitten by an animal that was out of control. All owners have a basic duty of care to other members of the public to keep their animal under control. As such a dog that is not controlled and which bites another person leaves the owner or handler open to claims of negligence.
This is the basic core of a successful dog bite claims compensation case. While it may sound simple, there is much to be said for having a professional on board to handle your case.
These days the public are far more aware of the right to claim compensation for injuries sustained thanks to negligence. This is down in no small part to the internet and the availability of information it brings with it. Also, more solicitors are offering their services in specific areas of the law. With personal injury claims being one of the most important.
Finding a solicitor to handle your claim is simple. Use an internet search engine or look through the adverts in the press. It may not be as expensive as you believe. With no win no fee deals commonplace, these are packages in which you pay a legal fee only if you are successful with your dog bite claim – and 100% compensation offers also available, you can rest assured that your claim will be handled with the utmost efficiency.
The fact that the dog bite claim is now more frequent than ever is not necessarily due to a surfeit of badly behaved dogs but to the new-found understanding of the claims process. Nevertheless, the Dangerous Dogs Act, which banned certain breeds deemed to present a danger to the public, has gone some way to protecting the populace from potentially vicious animals.
If you have been bitten by a dog and wish to make a claim you should contact a solicitor right away and discuss the details of your case.