Why It’s So Important To Hire A Lawyer After A Dog Attack

The saying suggests that a dog is man’s best friend, but medical claim data will tell a different story. Every year thousands of Minnesotans need to receive medical attention for minor and major damage caused by someone else’s dog. You may assume that a dog bite claim is a pretty open and shut case, especially if you have the medical proof to back up your claims, but don’t assume that it will be easy to win an award on your own. In fact, we highly recommend that you hire a lawyer if you’ll be pursuing a dog bite injury award. We explain why legal help is so important after a dog bite injury in today’s blog.

Lawyer Up After A Dog Bite

We believe that an injury attorney can be a valuable asset for any type of injury case, be it a work injury, a car accident, or a slip and fall, but they can be especially helpful if you find yourself pursuing damages after a dog bite. Here’s a look at some of the reasons why professional legal representation is so vital when attempting to win a dog bite award.

1. Maximizing Your Award– It’s not just about earning an award for your injuries, you need to maximize your compensation following a dog bite. Not only could a significant bite affect your physical health and your future earnings capacity, but emotional and mental scars may also exist, and you need to be compensated for all the ways you have been affected by the dog bite. If you’re unfamiliar with the injury compensation system, odds are you aren’t going to be able to pursue all of the types of damages you’re entitled to receive. Moreover, you’ll likely be unprepared to handle pushback from the other side. Don’t get pushed around by the other person’s insurance company, make sure you have a lawyer in your corner to help maximize your award.

2. The Process Can Be Emotionally-Charged– It’s not uncommon for a person to be bit by the dog of a friend or family member, and while you may assume that would make the compensation process a little easier, oftentimes the matter can become more emotionally-charged. You can make the collection process feel less personal and remove yourself a level from the situation by allowing a lawyer to do the heavy lifting when it comes to your case. Don’t discount how emotionally-charged and emotionally draining the injury compensation process can be when the aggressor was someone’s precious dog.

3. Skilled Negotiators – Dog bite claims are typically settled outside of the courtroom, and to get the most for your award, you need to have a skilled negotiator on your side when going back and forth with the insurance company. Remember, injury lawyers get a small percentage of your total award amount, meaning they take home more when they get more money for their clients. We have a vested interest in getting you the most for your dog bite claim, so let us negotiate on your behalf.

4. Access To Expert Resources – Our team of lawyers has access to expert resources that can strengthen your dog bite injury claim. We can bring on an animal behavior specialist to talk about the nature of the animal and how it pertained to the bite, or we can work with the city or private businesses to obtain video evidence of the incident if it was caught on tape. Let us put our decades of experience and industry connections to use for you.

5. You Need An Ally – Finally, pursuing an injury claim can feel quite isolating if you are pushing for injury benefits on your own. The insurance company will have a bevy of professionals in their corner, and you need an ally on your side as well. You’ll find peace of mind knowing that your case is being professionally handled while you focus on your health and your family. Bring a lawyer into the fold, and you’ll have a strong ally on your side.

For more information on how we can help with your dog bite injury claim, reach out to Dean and the team at Margolis Law Firm today at (952) 230-2700.