Even small dogs can cause considerable damage in a dog attack or mauling in Coral Springs or your community. Dogs of all sizes, when they become aggressive, can cause severe bleeding, infection, and scarring. Medium-sized and larger dogs can also cause fractures, head injuries in Coral Springs, and other serious injuries. Unfortunately, children are the most likely to suffer serious or even fatal injuries as well as facial injuries due to an animal attack.
If you or your child has suffered injuries as a result of an animal attack or dog mauling, it is natural for you to have questions and concerns. Many people who are in this situation face financial distress because of the very high costs associated treating these types of injuries. There may be options for you to seek compensation in these situations. To find out more, contact the Flaxman Law Group legal team today to find out whether you have legal options in your case. Your first consultation is free and comes with no obligation.
The Costs of a Dog Bite Injury in Coral Springs or Another City may be Higher Than You ThinkUnfortunately, unexpected medical costs are the top cause of bankruptcy in the United States. Would you be able to easily afford paying thousands or tens of thousands of dollars for medical care? While many people don't think of the dog bite as costing that much, it can easily amount to that much or more.
There are many costs associated with a dog bite or attack. You may need emergency medical treatment, follow-up treatment, pain medication, physical therapy, skin care or cosmetic surgery, and other medical treatments as well. In addition, you may lose wages and time at work due to your injuries. These costs can easily add up. If someone's negligence has caused your injuries, it is unfair that you should have to face the burden of these costs entirely by yourself.
Are You Covered in the Event of an Animal Attack?Many victims assume that if they have medical coverage or insurance that they are covered for this type of attack. Unfortunately, one of the difficult things about dog bites is that they can leave unsightly scarring which can make victims feel embarrassed or self-conscious in public. In most cases, medical insurance is reluctant pay for these treatments as they are seen as cosmetic. However, getting skin grafts and other so-called cosmetic treatments may be necessary in order to deal with depression and feelings of self-consciousness after a dog bite attack. Getting these types of surgeries is important as you start on the road to healing.
The Flaxman Law Group legal team believes that everyone deserves to heal fully after an attack or serious injury. Unfortunately, our team of attorneys knows that often it comes down to financial resources and money. Medical treatments – especially the best, most recent treatments – cost a lot of money. The Flaxman Law Group legal team has dedicated themselves to helping victims find resources that can help them pay for their medical treatments, lost income, and other expenses. We believe that if someone's negligence or recklessness caused your injuries, they should be held accountable and should be made to pay for your injuries, not you. Contact the Flaxman Law Group legal team today to find out whether you have legal options in your situation.