Dog Bites

Dog bites profoundly affect the lives of adults and children. Beyond the physical injuries and scars left from the attack, the victim may be left with emotional pain and suffering that can last a lifetime. Timothy Leigh-Bell understands all of the legal aspects of dog bite injuries. We can inform you of your rights, explain dog bite law, and discuss your prospects for obtaining compensation.

According to the Canada Safety Council, 42 Canadians are bitten every hour by a dog. Regardless of its size or breed, any dog is capable of biting if provoked, threatened or scared. Ultimately, the responsibility for properly training and controlling a dog rests with the owner or keeper. Depending on the circumstances, an individual who is bitten by a dog may be entitled to receive damages from the dog’s owner or the owner’s insurance company. Contrary to popular belief, a dog is not “entitled to his first bite”

If you have suffered disfigurement or scarring, Timothy Leigh-Bell will help you to get the financial compensation you deserve as well as any additional medical treatment you may need. Many of our clients have been forced to obtain reconstructive surgery. In the event that you have sustained scarring or other disfigurement as a result of a dog or animal bite, we can help you get the financial compensation you need to recover and restore your physical and mental health.

We are experienced pursuing legal actions for all of the following:

• Animal attacks
• Dog bites
• Lacerations
• Scarring
• Disfigurement
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Anxiety
• Leash law violations
• Nerve damage
• Aggressive breeds and dangerous dogs

If you or someone you love suffered a dog bite or was attacked, contact Timothy Leigh-Bell and start the process of legal action against the negligent dog owner or caretaker for your injuries.