If you love animals or prefer to avoid pets at all costs, being attacked by an animal is an unbelievably traumatic experience. Being attacked by a dog can lead to serious injuries, including severe cuts, broken bones, infections, and disfigurement that lasts a lifetime. It can feel awkward if the dog that attacked you belongs to a neighbor.
You may feel nervous about going after your neighbor for the compensation you need for your injuries. However, a personal injury attorney can help you learn what to do after an animal attack in Joliet.
There are some steps you want to take following an animal attack in Joliet to protect your safety and legal rights. First, if you don’t know who the pet’s owner is, work to identify them. If the dog was running loose in your neighborhood, remember that it is your neighbor’s responsibility to retrieve and contain the pet. If you don’t know your neighbor’s name, try to get their contact information. Ask for vaccination records. These may indicate future medical care you will need. Don’t discuss the attack with the animal’s owner until you discuss the situation with your attorney.
After getting appropriate medical care, talk to your attorney about the steps involved in filing for compensation. Filing a compensation claim is a time-consuming process. The dog owner’s insurance company will do whatever it can to minimize your payout. A skilled dog bite attorney can aggressively advocate for the complete compensation you need to heal.
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