Animal attacks

Injuries caused by a dog bite or other animal attack can be very serious and traumatic.  People can be physically scarred and can also suffer psychological problems for life, for example, they may develop a fear of animals or not want to go out alone.  Claims Direct can help if you have been attacked by an animal. 

Animal owners’ responsibilities

Animal owners and keepers have duty to ensure their animals don’t cause an injury.  The Dangerous Dogs Act also requires owners of some breeds of dog to keep them muzzled when in public.  Guard dogs have to have an experienced handler and there must be a warning notice about them.   

Compensation for animal attacks

Claims for attacks by dogs are usually only allowed if the dog has showed previous sings of aggression.

Most animal attacks are from dogs but other domesticated animals can also bite or injure people, including ferrets, birds and cats.  Most attacks are on children and animal bites are a leading cause of children’s emergency admission to hospital.

Claims Direct can help

Claims Direct uses lawyers who are experts at making personal injury claims.  If you or your child have been attacked by an animal you may be entitled to compensation.

If you have suffered an injury it is vital you get rehabilitation and we will support you through this process.  We will ensure you get the treatment you need and where suitable put you in touch with support groups who can help you adjust to life with your injury. 

Contact us now for a free first discussion if you’ve suffered an injury from an attack by an animal.  You can speak to a trained representative, or leave your details on our online web form and we'll call you right back.