Temecula enjoys a dog-friendly reputation, and canine companions are a common sight among our streets and residences. Unfortunately, negligence on the part of a dog owner can also put passersby at risk, particularly children.
A dog bite is a very serious injury, even if it doesn’t appear so at first. One of the most dangerous outcomes of a dog bite is rabies. While rare, rabies in humans is almost always fatal.
Children are often drawn to dogs and eager to pet them. Their innocent nature makes them unaware of how a dog may react when feeling sick or protective of their owner. The small size of a child places them at risk for serious face, head, and neck injuries from a dog’s bite.
In addition to the risk of rabies, a dog bite can become infected or result in scarring. Children are at risk for depression and anxiety due to a traumatic dog attack. The costs associated with your child’s dog bite should not come from your own pocket. Give careful thought to contacting a Temecula premises liability lawyer for a free case evaluation following a dog bite.