Animal attack Lawyer
Dogs are not the only creatures capable of exposing their owners to liability under Indiana law for the injuries resulting from bites and attacks. At the Law Offices of Tony Zirkle, we represent persons with personal injury claims arising from animal attacks of all kinds, whether they occurred in a neighbor's yard, at a petting zoo, on a farm, or even an exotic animal refuge. For more information about our ability to protect your interests and help you recover damages for injuries ranging from scarring and disfigurement to severe nerve damage, contact us for a free consultation at any of our four offices: South Bend, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, or Crown Point.
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Animal Bites / Attacks FAQ's
Animal Bites - An Overview
Every year, millions of Americans are bitten by animals. In many cases, a person bitten by an animal may have a legal right to recover damages from the animal's owner or another responsible party. If you have been injured by an animal bite, contact an attorney to determine your rights. A personal injury lawyer experienced in animal bite litigation can help you learn what your rights are.
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Payment of Damages in Animal Bite Cases
Sometimes, an injured person does not want to bring a legal action against an animal owner, because the injured person is worried that the animal owner will face economic hardship as a result. In many cases, however, the animal owner does not pay anything. Rather, an insurance company will often cover the expenses of the legal claim. If you have been injured by a, animal bite, contact an attorney to determine your rights. A personal injury lawyer experienced in animal bite litigation can help you learn what your rights are.
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Does the Type of Animal That Bit Me Affect My Injury Claim?
In some states, your legal rights might vary depending on the type of animal that bit you. If you have suffered a dog bite or other animal bite injury, contact an attorney to determine your rights. A personal injury lawyer who has experience with cases involving dog and animal bite injuries can help you learn what your rights are.
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Proving Knowledge of an Animal's Vicious Propensities
In states that do not have strict liability "dog-bite laws," an injured person usually must show that an animal owner knew (or had reason to know) that his/her animal was predisposed to bite or attack, having what is known as "vicious propensities," in order to recover damages from the owner. There are many warning signs that may indicate an animal has vicious propensities.
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How to Avoid Dog Bites
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost five million people are bitten by dogs each year. If you have been injured by a dog bite, contact an attorney to determine your rights. A personal injury lawyer experienced in dog bite litigation can help you learn what your rights are.
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