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A dog bite compensation claim is not often straightforward and can present insurmountable difficulties however if it can be demonstrated that the dog is a known threat to the public or has shown previous signs of aggression or is a designated animal under the Dangerous Dogs Act then the dogs owner or the person who is responsible for the dog, can be held responsible for failing to adequately ensure the safety of the public and is therefore liable to pay compensation to an injured person. If the offending dog has no history of causing harm and has never been known to exhibit any aggressive tendencies whatsoever, a compensation claim is unlikely to be successful.

There are a series of steps you should follow when considering taking action in a dog bite compensation claim. You should document the incident and find out the name and address of the dog owner and where possible make a record of any previous occasions where the dog may have shown aggressive tendencies or caused actual injury. If there are witnesses to the attack or to any previous incidents you should record their names and addresses. Once you have this basic information you can then seek a solicitors advice and assistance in making a dog bite compensation claim using the no win, no fee scheme.

Over 200,000 dog bites are reported in the UK each year, but in reality the figure is much higher as many people who are bitten do not seek medical attention or legal recourse. Dog bites can cause laceration, skin puncture, tearing and crushing of bone and tissue, while they frequently cause significant pain and leave lasting scars with children being among the most frequent victims. In severe cases dog bites can lead to lengthy periods off work and in some cases permanent disfigurement, giving rise to a very good reason for making a dog bite compensation claim.

If you would like free advice without any further obligation from specialist personal injury solicitors on compensation claims just call the helpline. We operate the no win no fee scheme and pay compensation in full with no deductions. We are legally qualified solicitors, not a claims management company and you do not have to pay anything up front to cover expenses nor do you need to take out any insurance. Win or lose there is no charge whatsoever for our service. Take the strain from your compensation claim – telephone us now for free advice on liability and an estimate of the value of your award. Do yourself justice – give us a call.