A Scary Situation Contact One of Our Animal Attack Attorneys
After generations of loyal companionship, dogs have earned the title of man’s best friend. But there are some situations where things get scary and a dog attacks. While some dogs may attack in self-defense if threatened, if the attack was unprovoked, you may be entitled to receive compensation from the dog’s owner. Here’s what you need to do if you are bitten by a dog.
addresses of any witnesses to help paint a clear picture of what happened at the time of the attack. REPORT THE INCIDENT You are not “overreacting” by calling the police or animal control after a dog bite. For one, you will need an official report in order to successfully pursue a personal injury claim to help pay for your medical bills. Additionally, reporting a dog bite can help prevent future bites from occurring. CONTACT ONE OF OUR ANIMAL ATTACK ATTORNEYS Some people worry a dog may be put down if they pursue legal action after a bite, but euthanasia is only ordered when a dog is deemed a public safety threat. Regardless of what will happen to the dog, you will need help paying for medical bills, lost wages, and potential plastic surgery. You can only do that if you take legal action and contact a personal injury lawyer with dog bite experience in order to see your case through. Dog bites are a scary, complicated situation, especially if the dog is owned by someone you know. The experienced animal attack lawyers at Block, Klukas, Manzella & Shell can help you navigate the unpleasant experience. If you’ve been bitten by a dog, give them a call at 815-726-9999 and learn what to do next.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION Dog bites can easily become infected due to the bacteria in a dog’s mouth, so put your health first. Wash the wound with soap and warm water, add pressure to stop the bleeding, apply antibiotic cream, and wrap it in a sterile bandage. If you are losing a lot of blood, call an ambulance immediately. Even if a bite doesn’t seem serious, you should still see a doctor, which can help protect your health and your case. DOCUMENT THE ATTACK Gather as much information about the attack as possible. Take photos of the bite and get the contact and insurance information of the dog’s owner as well as the person in charge of the dog when it bit you. You also want to get the names and
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KIELBASA KABOBS
INGREDIENTS
• 2 pounds fully cooked smoked kielbasa • 2 large onions • 2 green bell peppers
• 3 red bell peppers • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1/4 cup olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat grill to medium. 2. In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. 3. Cut pepper, onion, and kielbasa into 1-inch chunks. 4. Thread onto skewers, alternating ingredients. 5. Brush with oil mixture and grill, covered, 10–12 minutes. [NOTE: If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning.] Inspired by Good Housekeeping
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