In the past week, there were three dog bite incidents that occurred in East Texas. Two people suffered treatable injuries after the animal bites, but one 10-year-old child is now dead after being mauled and killed by two pit bulls.
Every year, there are more than 4 million dog bite attacks in the United States. Although most of these dog bites are relatively minor and don’t require medical attention, there are close to 1 million dog bite victims that must go to the hospital for treatment. In 2007, 33 people suffered a wrongful death because of dangerous dogs.
In most cases, dog bites occur on or near the dog or dog owner’s property, but in some cases, the dogs are prowling strays. In the case of the 10-year-old’s death, the dogs were animals he had played with in the past, but on this occasion, they turned vicious for some unexplained reason.
Many people believe that dog bites occur when someone is antagonizing or threatening a large, dangerous dog. This is untrue. While large dogs such as pit bulls and Rottweilers do tend to bite people more often than other dogs, any breed of dog can become violent and attack. Many times, dogs bite because they are surprised or feel like their space is being invaded.
Children suffer the brunt of serious dog bite injuries. Since they are smaller and closer to the dog’s height, they can suffer severe facial lacerations, broken bones, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injuries.
If a dangerous dog has attacked you or your child, you may be able to hold the owner of the dog responsible for the injuries and receive compensation for your damages.
If you have a dog bite claim in the Denver, Colorado area, please contact the Denver personal injury lawyers at Burg, Simpson, Eldredge, Hersh & Jardine, P.C. today to schedule a consultation.
