Dog attacks have been a serious problem in the United States. Reports estimate that around twenty Americans each year are killed by dog attacks. To make things worse, children make up the majority of these victims, as around five million victims of dog attacks are under the age of 18. There are certain types of dog breeds that can actually view children as threats. Sometimes children don't understand the dog's motives, and end up getting themselves into trouble.
Since the late 1970's dog attacks have been on the rise in the United States. Currently there are around 65 million dogs that live in the United States and each year more people bring more and more of these animals into their homes. Of course, owning a dog is not considered dangerous, but many owners overlook the potential risks that they present. The reality is, any dog might attack under the right circumstances.It is very important that both dog owners and the victims of dog attacks know the dog attack regulations in their local area. Owners have a certain level of liability for the behavior of their pets, while the victims should also be aware of the regulations that affect their rights.
For instance, in the United States most dog bite regulations say that the dog owner is liable for the dog's behavior. While this is true in many cases, other circumstances to take into consideration include trespassing, veterinarians, felons, provocation and whether the dog was a police or military dog.Dog bite regulations also include the 'one bite rule'. This is a law that protects a dog owner from liability the first time his or her dog bites someone. However, there are some exceptions to this rule that include negligent or reckless conduct. If the same dog bites someone for the second time however, then the owner is held liable regardless of the circumstances behind the situation.
Everyday around 1,000 people will need to seek emergency medical attention because of dog bites. Not only do these attacks cause physical pain, but they can also psychologically scar the victim for many years. This is especially true if the victim is just a young child.
But, since dogs are such common and popular household pets, victims may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder that is so intense that they won't be able to interact with any dogs for the rest of their lives.About $1 billion is spent each year in medical bills, insurance premiums and lost work due to dog attacks. Sometimes homeowners insurance can cover the damages caused by a dog attack, but generally the cost of the attack is paid for out-of-pocket. Dog attack lawsuits can help a victim recover monetary compensation for their injuries.If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog attack it is very important that you contact a dog bite attack lawyer today.
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By: Todd Going
