Harrisburg Permanent Scarring Lawyers
A dog bite or other animal attack has many adverse effects on its victim, but one of the most traumatic of these is the development of permanent scars from the lacerations left by an animal’s teeth and claws. Even when all appropriate medical care is administered in a timely fashion, the severity of animal attack injuries may still produce significant scarring. Victims of these attacks are understandably left with feelings of shock and anger.
If you have been attacked by a dog or other animal and have had your appearance altered as a result, contact the Harrisburg permanent scarring lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511. We are dedicated to helping our clients recover financial compensation for the damage that they have endured.
More than Meets the Eye
Scars serve as inescapable reminders of some of the most traumatic events of a person’s life. The psychological impact of seeing them each day can catch a dog bite victim off guard, triggering painful memories. Beyond that, thick scarring can be physically painful and may cause discomfort. Some of the most devastating effects of permanent scarring are directly related to the aesthetic changes that result from disfiguring injuries. Consider these intangible side effects:
- Self-Esteem – a person’s self-esteem is greatly influenced by his own evaluation of his appearance. When scarring lowers one’s self-esteem, it can cause the victim to disengage from friends and loved ones, and this social withdrawal can cause a downward spiral of depression.
- Public Perception – even though etiquette demands people to refrain from reacting negatively to a disfiguring injury, they often fail to do so. This creates an unfair prejudice against a scarred individual and may negatively affect employment and other opportunities.
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We understand that there is much more to permanent scarring than meets the eye and you do not have to suffer those burdens alone. Contact the Harrisburg permanent scarring lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 to hold a negligent animal owner accountable for your pain and suffering.