Dog Bites and Animal attacks

If you have been injured in an animal attack or by a dog bite in the last 3 years, you may be able to claim compensation. 

We have handled many claims for injuries caused by animal attacks - including attacks by dogs on children - and can advise on making a claim for compensation.

People who own animals have a legal responsibility to ensure that they do not cause an injury and victims of animal attacks or dog bites can get compensation.

Dog bites, in particular, can result in severe physical and psychological injury that can take a long time to heal.

Claims for Dog Bites and Animal Attacks require specialist advice

You should take advice if you are attacked by a dangerous dog or other animal, because the Law on this issue is complex:-

• Under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 special restrictions apply to the owners of some restricted breeds of dog
• These are Pit Bull terriers, Japanese tosa and other dogs bred for fighting
• There are restrictions on breeding them, selling them, or allowing them to be in public places without being muzzled or on a lead
• The Animals Act 1971 also makes the person in possession of the animal liable to pay compensation for any injury caused
• If your injuries were caused by a guard dog, the law requires them to be on premises with a competent dog handler, or under physical restraint

If the attack takes place in someone's home then the law is different, but you still may be able to make a successful claim.

Please contact us to discuss what has happened to you and how our Personal Injury Solicitors might be able to act on your behalf.