Have you been bitten by a dog?

Kentucky Dog Bite Lawyer

The Schafer Law Office represents the victims of dog bites and animal attacks throughout Kentucky. No matter where in Kentucky you live, if you are the victim of a dog bite you need a lawyer that understands dog bites and dangerous animal attacks. The Schafer Law Office can help you! Anyone who is bitten or attacked by a dog in Kentucky has the right to recover for the pain and suffering and medical bills sustained because of the dog bite or animal attack.

First Steps in Your Kentucky Dog Bite Case

Once you've been attacked by a dog, you must move quickly to gather evidence. Unfortunately, many dogs that attack a human are almost immediately put to sleep. If that is to happen, make sure that you get a cast of the dog's mouth and gather materials to DNA test the dog. This evidence ensures that you can prove that this dog bit you.

Other helpful dog bite case evidence includes:

• The names of both the dog and its handler/owner
• Where the dog lives
• The owner's contact information
• The names and contact information for any witnesses
• Pictures of the dog and the wound
• Medical evaluations of the dog bite by a Kentucky doctor
• Vetenarian Records
• Paramedic Records
• A video of the dog
• Examination of the exterior and interior of the home of the dog
• Looking for evidence of chewed doors
• What type of toys the dog has
• The condition of the yard

Kentucky Dog Bite Laws

Kentucky has very specific, detailed laws concerning dog bites and attacks. In Kentucky, handlers and owners of dogs are strictly liable for any damage their dog or dogs do. This includes biting or attacking a human, chasing or killing livestock, or simply running free. There are some exceptions to the Strict Liability Statute.

Although Kentucky’s dog bite statute provides a strict liability standard the Kentucky courts have placed some limits on the liability of the dog owner. If the person who was bit by a dog is found to have been at fault in some way that fault might limit their recovery. Being a trespasser or teasing a dog might affect your recovery.

Dogs that bite or attack a human are deemed "vicious" or "dangerous" by the state. Vicious dogs may be returned to their owner but they must be kept kenneled in a strong, secure cage at all times unless going to the veterinarian. If out of their kennel, they must wear a muzzle. Anyone who sees a dog attacking another person may seize and kill the dog without liability. There is no punishment for killing a vicious dog.

Since Kentucky is traditionally a farming state, there is little tolerance for dogs that chase or harm livestock. Anyone who owns livestock or a farm may kill a trespassing dog chasing or wounding its livestock without liability. Anyone who works for the livestock owner may also kill a dog chasing or attacking livestock.

Kentucky also has strict leash laws. All dogs and puppies outside of their own yard must be on a leash. Dangerous dogs must be on a leash that is no longer than 4 feet long and they must be muzzled. Any dog that bites someone while off-leash is immediately deemed dangerous.

Compensation For a Kentucky Dog Bite Injury

If a dog or other animal bites you, its owner or handler may be directly responsible for your medical costs, your pain and your suffering. Oftentimes, you personally know the owner or handler. Don't worry that you'll be hurting the owner. Rest assured that in most cases their home owner's insurance will cover the damages. The Schafer Law Office can obtain the compensation you deserve after being attacked by a dog or dangerous animal. Don't wait . . . . contact us today. The quicker you act, the more quickly we'll be able to help you.

Our No Fee Promise

The Schafer Law Office Promises not to charge you ANYTHING unless you win or settle your case! We have a no fee guarantee so unless you win, we get nothing! There is no risk in contacting us about your dog bite case. We're here to help you get justly compensated for your injury and if we can't do that, then we don't get compensated, either. You are responsible for court costs and case fees, however.

In fact, there is no fee if there is no recovery. That is our promise to you!!!!!!

Attention From a Local Lawyer

If you're concerned about getting lost in a large, anonymous law office, don't be! You won't ever be "just a number" to The Schafer Law Office. Mike is personally involved in every case and he'll ensure everything is taken care of. The Schafer Law Office is committed to giving your case the best possible chance at winning you the compensation you deserve.

If a dog has bitten or attacked you and you live anywhere in Kentucky, give The Schafer Law Office a call. It doesn't matter if you're in Louisville, LaGrange, Shepherdsville, Taylorsville, Shelbyville, Brandenburg, St. Matthews, Prospect, Middletown, Douglas Hills, Newburg, Elizabethtown, Frankfort, Carrolton, Bardstown, Munfordville, New Castle, Richmond, Bowling Green, Shively, Fairdale, Valley Station,

Pleasure Ridge Park, Jefferson County, Fayette County, Franklin County, Carrol County, Bullitt County, Oldham County, Shelby County, Hardin County, Spencer County, Henry County, Madison County, Nelson County, Anderson County, Trimble County, Hart County, LaRue County, or Meade County, contact The Schafer Law Office. They are here to help you in any way that they can.

For immediate help with your dog bite case, you can reach The Schafer

Law Office at(502) 584-9511. Don’t delay! In cases involving dogs, time is of the essence. Contact The Schafer Law Office today for your free consultation.

It's bad enough you got hurt. Call The Schafer Law Office so that you won’t get hurt twice.