Know Your Rights & What To Expect.
Whether you were visiting Goderich or a permanent resident, you are entitled to answers and relief if a dog bit you or a loved one.
Donnelly Murphy Lawyers can help you and your family seek the help you need. We will hear your story, explain your legal options, and advise you on the next steps. Contact us for experienced representation.
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In most cases, under Ontario law, establishing the owner’s negligence is not required for dog bite cases pursuant to the Dog Owners Liability Act. Donnelly Murphy Lawyers will explain how the province’s laws apply to your case and how to maximize your compensation.
You normally have two years from the date of the dog bite to file a lawsuit. If you wait too long, your case could be dismissed, keeping you from recovering any compensation. Get in touch with a lawyer right away after a dog attack to maximize your chances of a successful claim.
If a dog bite injures you, you can seek several damages, such as:
Your claim’s value will depend on the severity of your injuries, the expenses you incur, and the extent to which your injuries impact your life. Discuss your situation further with a dog bite lawyer if you have questions about calculating your damages.
A dog bite lawyer can handle every aspect of your case, from documenting your injuries to holding the owner liable for their pet’s behaviour. With a deep commitment to our clients and decades of success in Ontario, Donnelly Murphy Lawyers know personal injury law and how to negotiate on your behalf for maximum recovery.
Let us investigate what happened: we will document the evidence and work with experts to determine what the other parties owe you in compensation.
Get What You Deserve After a Dog Attack.
If a dog bite hurt you or a loved one, you should receive compensation for all your losses.
But things are not always that easy.
Donnelly Murphy Lawyers will protect your rights and help you find the ability to move forward with life after a dog bite. We offer you peace of mind with our successful record of fighting for dog bite victims.
Fortunately, Ontario has strict laws applying to liability for dog attacks. The Ontario Dog Owners’ Liability Act states that “the owner of a dog is liable for damages resulting from a bite or attack by the dog on another person or domestic animal.” If the dog involved in the attack has more than one owner, they are held jointly and severally liable.
Though you don’t have to prove the owner’s negligence for a successful claim, your damages could be reduced if your negligence or actions contributed to the attack — for example, if you provoked the dog or were trespassing on the owner’s property.
It’s essential to start your dog bite claim right away. If you or a loved one were hurt in a dog attack, Donnelly Murphy Lawyers will:
Every dog bite case is different, which means the potential compensation of your claim can vary. Some influencing factors affecting the value of dog bite cases are:
Discuss your situation with Donnelly Murphy Lawyers. We will examine each part of your dog bite case and fight to ensure you get what you need.
From our offices conveniently located off ON-8 and ON-21, the Goderich, ON lawyers of Donnelly Murphy are ready to answer your questions, explain your options, and help you find a solution if your loved one was fatally injured. Let us put our 90+ years of experience to work for you.
