If you have had the terrifying experience of being bitten by a dog and you have suffered physical or psychological injury, we may be able to help you pursue a claim for compensation.

Under the Dangerous Dogs Act 2014, irresponsible dog owners who allow their dog to attack people or assistance dogs will face tougher prison sentences. Changes to the Dangerous Dogs Act  also mean dog owners can now face prosecution if their dog attacks a person in their home or on any private property, except if they attack a trespasser. The maximum sentences for allowing a dog to attack someone have also been substantially increased.

Some animals will often need to be registered, insured, neutered, muzzled, tattooed or chipped to ensure they can be monitored. Breeds identified as dangerous include:

• Pit Bull Terrier
• Japanese Tosa
• Dogo Argentino
• Fila Brasileiro

As well as the owner possibly being prosecuted, it may be possible for you to claim compensation for your injury. In order to bring a dog bite claim, we would need to show that the negligence of a dog owner directly contributed to the circumstances in which you were injured. The law is not perfect though, and the circumstances under which an owner can be found at fault are often complex and difficult to understand.

Therefore, it can be very difficult to work out whether or not you have legal grounds to make a claim if you are attacked by a dog.

Get professional advice on your dog bite claim

If you contact us at Trafford Law, one of our personal injury specialists will advise you on whether or you will be able to bring a dog bite claim and will explain the process which is best for your particular circumstances.

As with all personal injury claims, please take photographs of your injuries and visit a health professional who can give you advice and help you recover from your injuries more quickly.

Time limits on claims

It is important to pursue a dog bite claims as soon as possible, as there are strict timescales in which you can bring these claims. After such an injury, you have up to three years to pursue compensation but the longer it is left, the more difficult it will be to trace the owner and establish the facts of the case.

To read about a successful claim by our solicitors click here – Dog Bite Claim Case Study

Contact one of our personal injury specialists

If you have sustained an injury following a dog bite which was not your fault and wish to discuss how to pursue a claim for compensation, please contact us today by completing the claims consultation form above or calling us on 01213 696969 and speak to one of our personal injury specialists.

All our initial consultation advice is free of charge and without obligation. If you do have a valid claim you wish to pursue we will be able to do this on a no win, no fee basis.