Dog Bite Infection
Dogs have long held the title of “Man’s Best Friend”. But when a negligent owner allows his or her dog to bite a guest or innocent passerby, the transition is quickly made to “Worst Enemy”. Despite being frequently dismissed by some pet owners as minor or playful nipping, dog bites – even from small dogs – can potentially cause serious damage to the victim. Infections that are caused by animal attacks are not likely the first troubles to come to mind, but they constitute a serious danger to the health of the misfortunate person.
If a dog bite that you sustained required you to obtain medical treatment to address an infection, then you might wish to pursue a lawsuit against the dog’s owner. A successful legal action can gain you financial compensation for medical costs and other damages. Contact the Harrisburg dog bite infection lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to learn how we can help.
The Threat of Infection
An injured person is subject to the threat of infection whenever the skin is broken, whether the tissue is punctured or torn. The risks of infection from an animal attack are somewhat greater because dogs and other creatures can be carriers for viruses that are harmful to a human. Not only that, but an animal’s mouth is unsanitary and a veritable breeding ground for germs and bacteria. Some of the infections that may occur when an animal attacks are:
- Streptococcal infections
- Staphylococcal infections
- Tetanus
- Rabies
- Capnocytophaga Infection
Contact Us
Your health and safety are priceless. Contact the Harrisburg dog bite infection lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to remind a negligent animal owner of that undeniable truth.