Dog Bite Attorney

Serving West Virginia and Ohio, including Parkersburg, Charleston, Morgantown, Huntington, Wheeling, Belpre, and Athens

Dog bites have increased to almost five million each year, affecting about two percent of the population. About 800,000 of those injuries need medical care, usually in a hospital emergency room. Most dog bite victims who are given treatment are children, and about half of them have been bitten on the face. It is thought that about 26 deaths are caused each year by dog bites.

The West Virginia and Ohio dog bite lawyers at Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law have extensive expertise in representing people with dog bite injuries. They analyze the details of your case and gather the evidence necessary to completely prove negligence so that you receive the compensation you deserve.

What to do after a Dog Bite

It is important to identify the animal's owner to determine whether you will need treatment for rabies. Furthermore, the dog's owner may be responsible for compensating you for damages such as:

• Medical bills
• Lost income
• Reconstructive cosmetic surgery
• Pain and suffering

After you have identified the owner and recorded his contact information, get medical attention immediately. Prompt treatment for your wounds may prevent a serious infection. To ensure proper healing, it is important to follow your doctor's instructions very carefully. You might need to stay out of the sun, use scar reduction lotion, change bandages, and report for follow-up treatment.

Once you have attended to your injuries, you should consult an experienced dog bite attorney who can help you through the legal process that may ensue after you are bitten by a dog. The attorneys at Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law will focus on recovering your compensation so that you can focus on getting better.

For more information, please visit our Questions about Dog Bites page.

Utilizing his extensive history in customer service, Jim Leach knows that a successful case begins with listening to you. He will take the time to answer all your questions, ensuring that every detail has been gathered. Once all the facts are organized, Jim Leach will determine the most successful path to follow so that you are fairly compensated.

If you have been the victim of a dog attack, please contact our West Virginia and Ohio dog bite lawyers today to schedule your free initial consultation. We represent dog bite victims throughout West Virginia and Southern Ohio including the communities of Belpre, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Athens, Morgantown, Charleston, and Huntington.