Dog Bite Injuries from Akitas
If you, or someone you love, have been injured by an Akita, you may be scared about the future and concerned about your dog bite injuries. Our experienced injury attorneys understand your fears. We know all about the frustrations that accompany Akita attacks, including the aftermath of hospital visits and doctor’s bills.
What Are Akitas?
Akitas, known as both the American Akita and the Akita Inu, are a breed of dog that originated in northern Japan. They are large, powerful dogs that may sometimes be unreliable when they are off-leash. Furthermore, Akitas have a reputation for being challenging in tasks requiring obedience.
Who Is Responsible If an Akita Attacks?
Typically, the owner is the one responsible for the actions of their Akita. But filing a dog bite accident claim doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be facing off against that family member or friend that owns the Akita.
Our injury attorneys often go up against the dog owner’s insurance company instead of the owner themselves. It’s still true that dog owners must follow leash laws and other dog law requirements, but insurance providers, such as those that cover home insurance, are responsible for compensating the injured victims of Akita dog bite injuries in many cases.
What Do I Do If I’ve Been Bitten by an Akita?
Before all else, contact emergency medical services or head to the hospital immediately after your dog bite accident. Have a doctor inspect your dog bite wounds carefully. Even small cuts and bruises have the potential to cause life-long health problems if they lead to infections or other complications.
The next step is to preserve as much evidence as possible of your Akita dog attack. Clothing worn during the incident, photos from the accident scene, and pictures of your injuries are all important evidence to preserve.
After these first steps, contact an attorney or law firm with experience in dog bite accidents. Our law firm has been serving the residents of western Pennsylvania and beyond for over 25 years. We have the right experience to help you fight for your right to fair compensation.
Hurt by an Akita Dog Bite? Let Our Law Firm Help
Even the best behaved family dogs can sometimes become dangerous and attack. If you’ve been injured by an Akita, you need an experienced legal team on your side.
With medical bills, time off work, and, eventually, lost wages, you need to devote all your energy to getting better as fast as you can. Let our dog bite injury attorneys take the stress off your shoulders. Contact us today by taking advantage of our free legal evaluation, and we’ll get back to you right away.
