Dog Law in Chester County PA
The Dog Law was originally enacted in 1982 with subsequent amendments made in 1996. The law distinguishes between whether the dog has ever bitten before. Learn more about dangerous dogs and animal attacks by speaking to one of our experienced Philadelphia Injury Lawyers. Call 24/7 at toll free (877) 529-2422.
DOG NEVER BITTEN BEFORE
If the animal that bit or attacked has never bitten before, the law first looks at the severity of the injury. A severe injury is "any physical injury that results in broken bones or disfiguring lacerations requiring multiple sutures or cosmetic surgery." Sec. 102. All other injuries are classified as non-severe.
A severely injured victim can make a Dog Law claim against the dog owner for pain and suffering, medical expenses, future medical expenses, lost wages, etc. The victim must prove the Defendant was the owner of the dog and that the dog was not provoked in any manner. Whether the dog bit anyone on a prior occasion does not matter.
A non severely injured victim can make a Dog Law claim but can only recover medical expenses The victim must only prove ownership of the dog. Our Philadelphia Animal Atack practice includes but is not limited to:
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Have you or a family member been injured by a Dog attack in the greater Philadelphia area including Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster or Montgomery County? Get advice and legal representation when it matters most. Our team of Philadelphia personal injury lawyers are working on your case so that you have the benefit of several attorneys including Lee and using their combined efforts and experience to get you the justice you and your family need. Get Justice.
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We accept dog attack cases on a contingency fee basis; which means that we do not require an advance fee, retainer or hourly rate but base our fee on a percentage of the monetary settlement we earn for you. Learn how we will work toward the result you need.
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