Claim for scarring from a dog bite

Dog bites can leave you with more than just physical pain. They can also result in lasting scars and disfigurement that affect your confidence, mental health, and quality of life. If you’ve suffered visible injuries from a dog attack, you may be entitled to compensation.

At Ison Harrison, our expert personal injury solicitors are here to help you understand your rights and guide you through the claims process with care and professionalism.

Understanding the Impact of Scarring and Disfigurement

Scarring from a dog bite can be permanent and life-altering. It may affect:

• Appearance and self-esteem: this is especially true if the injury is on the face, neck, or hands.
• Employment prospects: it shouldn’t but this can impact upon your employability, particularly in public-facing roles.
• Mental health: scarring can bring on anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
• Physical function: scar tissue can restrict movement or cause pain.

These consequences are taken seriously in personal injury claims, and the compensation you claim will reflect both the physical and emotional harm and damage you suffer.

Can I Claim Compensation for Scarring After a Dog Bite?

Yes. Under English law, if the dog owner or person responsible for the animal failed to control it, you may be able to claim compensation. This includes:

• Pain and suffering: both physical and psychological.
• Scarring: both transient and permanent
• Medical costs: treatment, surgery, or therapy. This can include the cost of scar removal treatment, and cover-up creams
• Loss of earnings: if you’ve had to take time off work due to the injury or treatment required because of the injury
• Future care needs: including cosmetic procedures or counselling.

What Should I Do After a Dog Bite?

To strengthen your claim, take the following steps:

• Seek medical attention immediately: even for minor wounds, this will ensure that there is an official record of the incident occurring.
• Report the incident: to the police or local council. This is not necessary when bringing a claim, but a prosecution can strengthen your claim
• Take photographs: images of the injury, the accident site, and, if appropriate, the dog and its owner.
• Get witness details: this can help with confirming the sequence of events and who was at fault.
• Keep records: make a note of treatment, expenses and costs, and time off work. If you received help from friends and family, again, keep a record of such as a care claim can be made even if you did not pay for the help.

How Ison Harrison Can Help

We understand how distressing dog bite injuries can be. Our team offers:

• Free initial consultation
• No win, no fee representation
• Specialist knowledge of dog bite claims
• Supportive, client-focused service

We’ve helped many clients recover compensation for scarring and disfigurement, and we’re ready to help you too.

Start Your Claim Today

If you’ve suffered scarring or disfigurement from a dog bite, don’t suffer in silence. Legal support is available, and compensation can help you move forward.

For a review and assessment of your dog bite claim get in touch with us today:

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