Posted By: SSF Law Firm Posted In: Dog Bite Posted On: January 14, 2021
Because the pandemic has caused everyone to become a pet owner, dogs are happier for the situation, but not all owners know how to handle their dogs. Our Pittsburgh dog bite attorneys at Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman have seen the tragic stories of innocent children, teens, and adults mauled by dogs. We are here to help you tell your story in court to get the compensation you deserve.
In recent years people have been increasingly online shopping. This means companies like UPS and FedEx are constantly on the move and delivering more and more to doorsteps. In 2019, a UPS driver was mauled by three dogs on someone’s private property. The delivery woman suffered a major injury to her leg. She commented that the injury to her calf resembled what she imagined a shark bite to look like. The owner of the dogs went to court and won against the UPS driver. His defense attorney stated that the dogs were confined to his private property and that the confinement statute was not violated. This shocking result has left victims shaken. The UPS driver is going back to court with a $50,000 negligence lawsuit.
The three dogs responsible for the injuries were put down after the incident. A sad ending all around: the owner knew of the aggressive nature of the dogs, the UPS woman was trying to do her job, a defense attorney who knew to work the legal system, and a judge willing to accept the defense attorney’s argument. Our dog bite attorneys are very experienced and aware of dog bite laws in Pennsylvania. Even though there is no magic wand to wave to make the situation better, we know some steps you can take to make the situation easier.
An attorney by your side can ensure that the dog is properly isolated after such an incident as required by law. An attorney can also ensure that you get the compensation you deserve from medical bills to physical and mental therapy. We advocate for your financial needs, and the dog owner will be held responsible. You can contact us for a free consultation by clicking here or calling 888-988-9467.
Make an appointment at our Pittsburgh office for your free consultation. We are confident that you will trust us with your legal needs and fight for what you deserve. We do not charge a fee for personally consulting with you. In every new case, our fee is only 25%. There is no fee unless recovery is made. We invite you to review the significant Pittsburgh, PA personal injury cases we have won.