Dog bites occur more frequently than you may think. Ottawa dog bite lawyer experts.

Dog bites occur more frequently than you may think. Ottawa dog bite lawyer experts.

We see more dog bits and attacks during the spring and summer months. Dog bites and attacks for both adults and children can occur any time anywhere and can have serious consequences, including permanent disfigurement, emotional and psychological trauma. In extreme cases, dog attacks may result in death. It is not possible to know in advance whether a particular dog will attack or bite. Even the most docile and quiet dogs can attack and bite.

The laws governing dog attacks in Ontario favour victims of dog attacks. There are statutory and common law causes of action (right to sue) which create liability for dog owners who’s dogs injure someone. Under the Dog Owner’s Liability Act of Ontario, as interpreted by the case law, dog owners are strictly liable to pay compensation for the injuries sustained by someone because of their dog. In most dog bite cases, there are limited defences available to dog owners. For instance, in Ontario, there is strict liability for dog bite cases and in general terms, a person needs only to prove that the dog attacked them and caused them injury in order to receive compensation.

In addition to dog bites or attacks, dogs can cause injury by knocking people over, scaring them causing emotional trauma, running into people jogging or biking etc... No matter how a dog causes injury, the dog owner is liable and compensation must be paid.

If you have been injured by a dog bite or attack, try to identify the dog, identify the dog owner, file a police complaint, file a complaint with the local municipality. In most cases, home owners or tenant’s insurance will cover the loss.

Our personal injury lawyers can help you receive the compensation you are entitled to receive as a result of a dog bite or dog attack. We can help you receive compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, lost business income, our of pocket expenses, permanent scarring, etc...Let us negotiate with the insurance company to maximize your compensation. In some cases, we can identify additional people who can be held liable besides the dog owner, such as landlords, store owners and municipalities.

If you wish to consult with a personal injury lawyer about a dog bite or dog attack case, contact us at 613-315-HURT. Marc-Nicholas Quinn, Ottawa dog bite law expert.