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Dog Attacks and Compensation Claims

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Dog Attacks and Compensation Claims

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ccording to the NHS statistics 3800 dog attacks are reported each year, this figure unfortunately is said to be on the rise.

If you are the owner of a Pet dog, you are responsible for its behaviour and ultimately the damage and injury that the dog causes. If you feel that your dog could attack someone or something it’s your responsibility to take steps to keep that dog under control.

In 1991 the government introduced new legislation to protect the public from aggressive dogs. If the dog is known to be a dangerous dog, the dog should be registered and the owners have new responsibilities to make sure that the dog is under control in public with the use of a lead or a muzzle.

If you have been attacked by a dog and have been injured as a result you should look into compensation claims and see if it is possible for you to make a claim.

Some dog attacks can have tragic consequences for the public whilst workers in some industries face a particular problem of encountering dangerous dogs in their line of duty.

In 2009 there were 5,091 dog attacks on postmen in the UK and Royal Mail's regional safety director, Michael Shakeshaft told the BBC News "The majority of dog owners are very responsible when it comes to keeping our delivery staff safe.

"But dog bites are still a major cause of injury to our postmen and women and the effects can cause considerable distress to those concerned."

If you have been attacked by a dog and have been injured as a result you can look into dog attack compensation claims, for more information visit http://www.paulrooney.co.uk/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Now, don't YOU start too, lol !

Gettin enuff stick from the guys in work already...

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