S. John Mastrangelo and Associates have the experience and qualified legal representatives in dog attack related cases. With their fruitful years of experience they can be the best answer to all your legal solutions related to dog bites. In case you have been bitten due to the negligence of someone else just feel free to call us for a free consultation and case evaluation. Our clients have won millions of dollars in such related cases and you could rest assured that you will get your due right through us. With our experience, a case like yours will be treated in a true and just manner. Also if only you win, you pay us else not. We routinely make house and hospital visits so incase you need to meet us just call and we can help you no matter where you are in Houston. Help is just a phone call away.
Dog Bite statistics
Statistics prove that out of 10 cases – 6 cases belong to children being victims of dog bite related cases. Most of these cases occur close to their home. The most interesting data shows that 100% of dogs who have bitten once are prone to bite again. While dog bite cases are known to happen at least 15-20 people die each year in Houston in such cases. The most dangerous breeds among dogs are:
- Chows
- Doberman Pinschers
- German Shepherds
- Huskies
- Pit Bulls and
- Rottweilers
Dog bite related laws are very strict in Houston, although they vary from one state to another. In Houston the strict laws ensure that the owners are liable if their Dog bites an individual thereby protecting the common man from the fear of the irresponsible pet dog owner. Two million out of the 4.7 million cases of dog bites reported in a year are children. Last year 204 mail carriers in LA alone were reportedly attacked at the doorsteps of customers. Medical attention to dog attacks touch anywhere between half a million to 0.8 million of which at least 15 of them die due to the attack.
The laws vary from state to state sometimes even from city to city and the amount of compensation depends on the location of the attack. Due to the strict dog bite statue a victim can get compensation from a dog owner – more so in Houston. Based on the circumstances, a victim can claim for compensation from any of the following :
- An individual whose dog has a history of attacking people and still keeps it.
- An individual who lets his dog stray.
- An individual whose carelessness caused the attack.
If you are someone who has experienced an injury due to attack of a dangerous dog and you feel you need someone to guide you through to get the necessary compensation we assure you the help you need.
Wait no longer call us today for a free case evaluation and consultation.