Animal Attack PTSD
People who ignore the fact that some dogs can be dangerous, are thoughtlessly putting others in serious danger. Often times, dogs who brutally attack humans have attacked or appeared threatening before. The dog’s owners have possibly ignored the signs of aggression, and failed to take precautionary measures in order to protect innocent people who may happen to be in the dog’s vicinity.
A dog attack can happen in an instant, and are by their nature, quite traumatic. There are bites, gashes, and dogs often attack on the face. There can be scarring, and the need for multiple surgeries to reconstruct a person’s face. Most of the victims are children, who are unable to protect themselves, and who are unaware of the dangers of getting close to an aggressive dog.
People who have been attacked by dogs often face post-traumatic stress syndrome or PTSD. This means that they relive an event, or are triggered emotionally, when they cross paths with dogs, or when other stimulation reminds them of the animal attack. This PTSD can affect the entirety of their lives. For instance, they may have a strong reaction if they see a dog on television, or if they hear a dog bark they might go into a panic.
When you have suffered an animal attack, you have a right to sue for compensation that will pay for your full and fair recovery, including treatment for trauma and PTSD.
Dealing With PTSD After an Animal Attack? Contact New Jersey Personal Injury Attorney
The central New Jersey law office of Harold J. Gerr, Attorney at Law represents clients who have suffered serious trauma and injury after an animal attack such as a dog bite. We also protect the rights of those who have been injured or lost loved ones in personal injury and wrongful death accidents, including work accidents, and in workers compensation matters. We have been fighting for the rights of the injured for three decades.
Our workers comp and personal injury law firm carefully selects the cases we handle, so that we can provide the highest levels of service and personal attention to each client. Contact us online or call our office at 732-537-8570 (toll-free at 1-877-249-4600).
