Seattle Animal Attack Lawyer

Animal Attack Attorney in Seattle

Owning a pet can be a joy in a household.  Having a dog or other large pet has become more and more popular.  A pet owner is responsible for the actions of their pet, including if it should attack and harm another individual.  It is unfortunately true that many pet owners do not take the time to properly train their pet, or they may consider they need an “attack dog” to protect their homes.  This irresponsible pet training can lead to disfiguring dog bites to other individuals in the neighborhood.  This is particularly horrible when a child is involved.  Some dog bites, for example, can cause disfigurement and permanent scarring.  Certainly the effects on the person can last a lifetime, both physical and mental.  

Seattle Dog Bite Attorney

If you or a family member has been the victim of an attack by a vicious animal, it serves your best interests to contact a Seattle animal attack attorney without delay.  After the attack, the first step is to get medical help.  If possible, take pictures of the location of the attack and the animal itself.  Do not speak to the pet owner about settlement or compensation, or the pet owner’s insurance company personnel.  Anything that you say may affect your claim for damages in the future.  You need a qualified personal injury lawyer to assist you.

Attorneys at Ward Smith PLLC can assist you in your animal attack case.  As a dog bite or other such injury can cause permanent damage to the body, these cases must be handled carefully.  Our firm are experienced personal injury attorneys and will approach the case with full knowledge of how to deal with all aspects.  It is possible that an investigation may need to be done, witnesses interviewed and other actions taken in your case.  Any lawsuit or claim for damages must have complete documentation, so any medical costs, photographs, and police reports must be reviewed.  Attorneys Ward and Smith would like to speak with you about your case.  After an initial review at no cost to you, it can be determined what should be done to proceed, and what compensation may be possible.

Contact a Seattle Animal Attack Attorney at Ward Smith PLLC, Attorneys at Law, if you or a family member has suffered an injury from an animal attack and need experienced legal representation.