Your Rights After a Dog Bite Attack
Most dogs are friendly, playful, and caring. Yet there are some dogs that are highly aggressive. There are also some situations in which a normally calm dog may become incensed and attack out of the blue. These situations can happen with any dog breed. If you are attacked by a dog, you have certain rights and responsibilities to ensure that the matter is handled appropriately.
Report the Incident
You have a right to report the incident to the police and/or animal control as soon as it happens, and this is a right you should exercise. If the owner knew that the dog was dangerous and did nothing, they could be held responsible for the attack. At the least, if the dog is a danger to humans it will need to be euthanized or otherwise rehabilitated before it can be allowed back in society. Reporting the incident ensures that this happens and no one else gets hurt. It is your right and your responsibility to report promptly. Read More
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