Recently, d’Oliveira & Associates Attorney Robin Gouveia negotiated a $100,000 settlement for a client who suffered a dog bite. While our client was on a walk, she was attacked by a dog, and bit on the hand. As a result of the attack, our client had scarring, lost mobility in her hand and required physical therapy to resolve the issue.
Attorney Robin Gouveia stated “For any dog bite case with residual scarring, it is important for us to watch the wound heal and allow the scars to mature. In this case, we took photographs frequently to monitor the progression. Although the open wounds healed, there were some minor areas of disfigurement and others more significant. The insurer tried to undervalue the claim, but we persisted in our demand for full and fair value of the claim. Once updated, matured scarring photos were provided, the insurer negotiated more reasonably, and a reasonable settlement was reached.”
Contact an Attleboro Dog Bite Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been injured due to a dog bite, the first step is to have the bite checked by a medical professional. Depending on the severity of the bite, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills (treatment and rehabilitation), lost wages, pain and suffering, and scarring. Our Attleboro dog bite lawyers have been representing clients for over 30 years; let our experienced attorneys handle your case so you can focus on recovery. For a free (no obligation) case consultation, call us at (508) 223-1133 or fill out an online contact form.
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