American hospitals treat over 1,000 dog bite victims every day. An average of 5 million people are injured each year in the United States, with damages exceeding $1 billion. While adults are also attacked, children are the most likely victims of injuries caused by dangerous animals. Dogs and other wild animals often attack the face, which causes even more devastating injuries.

In many cases, dangerous animal attacks occur without provocation by the victim. It is an animal owner's responsibility to ensure that his or her pet or livestock is properly restrained and will not cause harm. There are several situations where the animal's owner is responsible for compensating victims after an attack. For example, if someone violates a leash law, acts negligently, or keeps a vicious dog, they will be held responsible if an attack occurs.

If you have been seriously injured by a dog bite or other dangerous animal attack, contact our personal injury lawyers immediately. At Rutberg & Associates, we help injured people and their families. That's what we do.