If You Have Been the Victim of an Animal Attack
The first thing you should do if you or a loved one has suffered any type of dog bite or other animal attack is to seek medical attention immediately. There is nothing more important than your well-being and you need to be sure that you receive proper medical treatment for your injuries.
Next, you should contact the police and report the incident. Be as detailed as possible in your conversations with them. Be specific about the date, time, place and circumstances of the attack. If possible, take photos of the injuries to include with the police reports. If police tell you to contact animal control or other agencies, follow through on their instructions as soon as possible.
Protect Your Rights
Once you have received urgent treatment for your injuries and have reported the incident to the proper authorities, you should next contact an experienced dog bite and animal attack personal injury attorney. New York law is very specific in these cases and the process can become complicated.
At the Newburgh, New York, based Dreyer Law Offices, PLLC, I begin my investigation of your case immediately so I can gather and preserve the necessary evidence. I hire investigators to look into every possible aspect of your case. We take photographs of your injuries, the scene and the dog, if possible, talk to neighbors as well as local authorities such as police and Animal Control Officers, check veterinary records, and gather documents from the police and Animal Control Officers.
Do not discuss any aspect of your case with an insurance company representative and do not sign any documents. Refer anyone who wants to discuss your case directly to your attorney. Insurance companies will send out their investigators to gather evidence in an effort to reduce their exposure to you. In most cases, the insurance company is not your friend and their request to speak to you should be immediately directed to an attorney working for you and not the insurance company.
Call for a Free Consultation
Contact my office today to discuss your case with me. I am available to meet whenever and wherever it is convenient for you. You can reach me by phone at 866-965-2445 or via email.
