Each year, an estimated 4.7 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs.  Out of these dog bites, approximately 800,000 are serious enough to warrant medical attention.  Small children are most often the victims of dog bites.  Unfortunately, many of those children sustain injuries to their face and neck.

That being said, most dogs make wonderful pets and are loyal companions for individuals and families.  However, not all dogs have been properly trained and some do have vicious tendencies.  Because dogs are capable of causing serious injuries if not properly trained or controlled.  Ohio has laws that protect victims of dog bites.  However, the law also provides for defenses that allow the dog owner to escape from any responsibility for an attack.

Dog bites and dog attacks can be devastating to the victim and the victim’s family.  The victim deserves compensation for more than just medical bills and lost wages.  If properly handled, a dog bite victim should receive compensation for the emotional turmoil, pain, and future scarring that result from the attack.

The attorneys at Miraldi & Barrett are skilled at handling dog bite claims and guiding their clients through the legal maze.  If you have any question about your rights after you or a family member has been injured by a dog, please call us.  We also offer a free book authored by Attorney David Miraldi entitled When The Dog Bites:  A Consumer’s Guide to Handling Dog Bites Claims in Ohio.  If you call or e-mail our office, we will send you a copy of this book.