Dog bites cause not only physical injuries but also psychological. At Genus Law Group, we know how painful such occurrences can be and that is why our team of personal injury attorneys is ready to assist the victims in seeking justice. Whether the dog is a neighbor’s pet or a stray dog, New Mexico law provides that the owner of the dog is liable for the injuries that the dog inflicts.
Our team will assist you in handling the dog bite claims and make sure that you get a fair compensation for the medical expenses, lost wages, pain, suffering and any psychological effects.
Common Dog Bite Injuries
Dog bite injuries are not the same and can be severe, and many of them may lead to complications and need a lot of treatment. Common injuries include:
- Puncture Wounds: These can cause infections or harm to nerves, muscles and tendons of the body.
- Lacerations and Scarring: Severe bites may lead to severe injuries that may result in formation of scars that may need surgical intervention.
- Fractures and Broken Bones: In severe cases, a dog bite can cause bone fractures, especially in children.
- Infections: If not treated, dog bites may cause rabies, tetanus, or cellulitis among other infections.
New Mexico Dog Bite: What to Do
If you’ve been bit or injured by a dog, it’s essential to act quickly in order to protect your health and legal rights. Here’s what you should do:
- Seek Medical Attention: It is advisable to seek medical attention and report the incident even if the bite is a small one as it may lead to an infection.
- Document the Attack: Document any and all injuries, the location of the incident, and any other useful information. Use your phone to take as many pictures as possible. If you can, get the statements of the witnesses.
- Report the Incident: Contact your local animal control or police. This leads to the production of an official report of the attack which is very important in legal matters.
- Consult an Attorney: Contact Genus Law Group to get a consultation and find out how you can get compensation.
New Mexico Laws on Dog Bites Explained
In New Mexico, the owner of a dog is deemed to have negligently controlled his or her dog if the dog bites or injures someone, regardless of whether the dog had a history of being vicious. But there are some factors that may influence your case in this regard. For instance, if the dog bite happened when you were trespassing, the owner may not be held as responsible.
At Genus Law Group, we will gather facts of your case, establish who is at fault and fight for the best possible settlement for you. Our attorneys are well versed in dealing with insurance companies and are not afraid to go to court if that is what is needed.
What Genus Law Group Can Do For You?
Our experienced attorneys know that a dog bite injury can be a traumatic experience that not only affects the physical aspect of the victim but also their psychological health. Our attorneys will help you through the legal process of filing claims, through to the settlement of your case, so that you can concentrate on your recovery. We will collect evidence, talk to the witnesses, and seek the opinion of medical practitioners to ensure that we have a good case for you.
Reimbursement for the Victims of Dog Bites
If you’ve been injured in a dog attack, you may be entitled to recover damages for the following:
- Medical Expenses: This includes the initial treatment, surgeries, follow up care and any future medical needs that the patient may require.
- Lost Wages: Payment for the time lost at work due to illness or treatment of the injury.
- Pain and Suffering: For the physical suffering, emotional distress, and the effect on your daily life.
- Rehabilitation Costs: For physical therapy or counseling that may be needed after a severe dog attack.
How Genus Law Helps Albuquerque Dog Bite Victims
Unfortunately, being bitten or attacked by a dog impacts more than just your physical well-being. Aside from recovering from your physical injuries, you also have to worry about paying for your medical treatment, recovering lost wages if you miss work, and receiving compensation for your paying and suffering. Often victims see their bills piling up and don’t know what to tell the insurance companies about theinjury. Once you call the Albuquerque injury attorneys at Genus Law Group, our experienced legal team will immediately handle all aspects of the case so that you can focus on your recovery without stress or worry. As soon as you choose Genus Law to represent you in your New Mexicodog bite case, our team will:
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Immediately Send All Parties a Letter of Representation.
As soon as you engage Genus Law, we will contact the insurance companies, creditors, and medical providers to inform them that we represent you. That means they all have to come through us to get to you. We will stop the phone calls and get the ball rolling on your financial recovery. You can simply respond to any unwanted communication “talk to my lawyer” and let us do the rest.
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Conduct our own investigation to establish the facts of the case.
Insurance companies may try to conduct their own investigation and determine the facts themselves. Genus Law will make sure we collect any and all evidence that will help you maximize your settlement.
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Keep you updated on your case and all developments.
Genus Law will handle almost every aspect of your case, so your involvement will be limited. However, we will keep you fully informed of our progress in the case and the negotiating process. As soon as we have a settlement offer from the insurance company, we will contact you and advise you on whether or not it’s a good deal. We can also advise you on whats types of medical treatments will best serve your claim and recovery.
Negotiate the best possible settlement for you. The Albuquerque dog bite attorneys at Genus Law Group handle each case as if we are going to aggressively argue it in court. However, most cases end in a negotiated settlement. We fight for a fair, timely settlement for our clients, however, if this isn’t possible, we are prepared to take your case to a judge or jury.
