Dog Attacks

Each year in the UK thousands of people are attacked or bitten by dogs. The physical injuries people suffer can be very severe, sometimes even fatal.

In 1991 the government introduced The Dangerous Dogs Act to try and help protect the public from dangerous dogs. Certain breeds deemed as aggressive and dangerous had to be registered, neutered and microchipped.

Any attack or bite by a dog should be reported to the police, even if it is the first time this particular dog has attacked you. By informing the police you are making them aware of the potential danger of this dog. This will ensure appropriate measures can be taken in order to keep the public safe and prevent any further attacks.

If you or a member of your family has been the unfortunate victim of a dog attack you may be able to make a claim for compensation.

What you can claim for:

• Damages for the pain you have suffered, scars you have and the emotional injury it may have caused
• Loss of income through time off work
• Any damage to your clothing, glasses or any other property damaged during the attack
• Care provided for you by family or friends
• Prescription and medication costs
• Any expenses incurred through travelling to hospital
• If a skin graft or plastic surgery is needed the cost of this can be claimed for
• Any other costs you have incurred as a result of the attack and your injuries

To make a successful claim following a dog attack it is necessary to get information about the dog. Establishing if the owners have pet insurance or home insurance is important to your claim as without it they may not have the money to pay compensation.

Also, a dog bite claim is a lot easier to prove if the dog is already known to be dangerous and suitable precautions haven’t been taken to keep the public safe. Dog owners can be held liable for a dog attack if the dog has a history of violence or aggressive behaviour and no precautions such as a muzzle or lead are being used as a preventative measure against dog bites.

At Precision Claims we work with solicitors who are experienced at handling claims like these.

If you or a member of your family has been the unfortunate victim of a dog attack
call us today and we can advise you if you are able to make a claim. We operate on a No Win No Fee basis so there is no risk involved.

Tel 0844 704 1945 or complete our online enquiry form and a member of the team will call you back to discuss.