Legal Question in Personal Injury in North Carolina

my wife was attacked by a dog. 33 stitches in her face. what should we do. it was a friends dog. we understand he did not mean for this to happen, but I also understand that he is responsible. should sue or what?


Asked on 4/06/14, 6:30 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
John Kirby Law Offices of John M. Kirby

Your wife might be entitled to compensation for her injuries. This includes medical bills, scarring, any lost wages, and pain and suffering. Dog bite law is somewhat complicated; it is not an area of "strict liability" (meaning: that the dog owner is not automatically liable when his dog bites someone). For this reason, you should probably consult with a lawyer to discuss this further. We typically look to the dog owner's homeowners (or renter's) insurance policy to cover the claim. I have handled numerous dog bite claims.

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Answered on 4/06/14, 7:57 pm


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