Q: Should I contact a lawyer regarding a dog bite that has left me with over 15 stitches and glued punctures on my leg
I've never been in situation before and want to know if I should pursue the owners for my damaged leg
A: Depending on the circumstances and where the dog bite took place, you may or may not be able to prove liability in relation to local laws. The second issue is weather there is insurance or a deep enough pocket to pay. Most home owners and business owners have insurance. If you were attacked by the dog of someone who is judgment proof, any judgment would probably be worth less than the paper it is written on. I would contact animal control so they can do their investigation.
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