St. Louis Animal Attack Attorney

Animal Attack Lawyer in Missouri

There are millions of pet owners in the United States, and as an owner of an animal, the person has a responsibility to ensure that the animal, whether it be a dog, cat, horse or other, is safe to be around other people and children. At Cagle Law Firm, our skilled Missouri animal attack attorneys have the experience necessary to help you in your case. Unfortunately, domestic animal attacks are on the rise in the United States, and Missouri is no exception. St. Louis Personal Injury Attorney Zane Cagle will thoroughly investigate your case to determine the best steps to take in building your case.

St. Louis Dog Bite Lawyer

If you have been wrongfully injured by another person’s animal, whether it be a dog bite, cat bite/scratch or any other animal, you should seek immediate medical attention. Ensure that you keep proper documentation of all medical bills you incur, because you have the right to seek compensation for all medical bills, lost wages, future lost wages and more. An experienced St. Louis personal injury attorney can guide you through the steps necessary to document your injuries.

The type of animal attack that occurs most frequently is any sort of dog attack, bite or mauling. Injuries from dog bites cost over $1 billion each year in the United States.  If you, your child or loved one has been attacked or bitten by a dog or other animal, it is very important that you contact an experienced St. Louis dog bite lawyer. When children are involved, most dog bites occur to the face, and if your child has been bitten by a dog on the lips, cheeks, nose or eye area, you can expect that there will be more delicate medical procedures taken to avoid excessive scarring, numbness, vision loss, etc. If reconstructive surgery is necessary, that too will add to the cost of medical bills.

Dog Bite Statistics

You can do many things to keep you, your children and your family safe from animal attacks, but sometimes the dog or other animal has been improperly socialized, treated poorly or sometimes it’s just a freak occurrence. You should not have to bear the expenses of an animal attack injury just because someone else has been negligent in their care or upbringing of their pet. Don’t hesitate to contact an aggressive Missouri dog bite/animal attack attorney at our firm.

Did you know:

• A chained dog is more likely to attack and bite than an unchained dog
• Rottweilers and pit bulls are the breeds most often involved in canine-inflicted homicides
• Over 1000 people go to the emergency room for dog bite injuries every day in the United States
• Children have a much higher chance of being bitten by a dog than adults
• Over 75% of dog bites occur with a dog belonging to a family member or friend
• Over 40,000 facial injuries resulting from dog bites occur each year in the United States

The animal attack attorneys at the firm are dedicated to serving our clients in the highest capacity possible. If you or your loved one is too injured to meet with one of our experienced dog bite lawyers, travel can be arranges so that an attorney will come to your home or wherever you are receiving treatment. The attorney handling your case will want to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible, and we will work with you with the goal of a successful outcome to your animal attack case.

Do you have questions about your St. Louis dog bite or other animal attack case? Contact an attorney today!