Omaha Dog Bite Damages

While the aftermath of a dog attack may leave a person with serious injuries and overwhelming medical cost, help may be available for those seeking compensation. An accomplished attorney with experience in pursuing Omaha dog bite damages could provide the support and guidance a plaintiff may need. Speak with a dedicated dog bite attorney at Inkelaar Law to learn about your options. Call us today and schedule your consultation.

Available Damages for Dog Attack Plaintiffs

After a dog attack, injured victims could be eligible for economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages include medical expenses, lost wages, and future lost wages for the injured individual. These are expenses that could be collected when a plaintiff has medical treatment or when he or she must take time off of work in order to recover from his or her injuries. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering.

The more significant the injury the plaintiff suffered, the more likely that he or she will receive higher compensation. For instance, a catastrophic injury such as a spinal cord injury could lead to a higher amount of Omaha dog bite damages. If the dog attack led to a fatal accident, the family of the deceased could file a wrongful death claim.

How to Calculate Economic and Non-Economic Damages

When calculating economic damages, the plaintiff presents receipts for what expenses he or she incurred following his or her dog bite injury, which usually begins with the medical expenses. Also, the wages the injured person lost due to missing work would factor into the compensation. Non-economic damages are calculated based upon the severity of the injury and how long the victim needs to recover from the injury. Whether the injuries are permanent and much damage the individual suffered will be taken into consideration. This may include emotional pain and mental anguish for the rest of his or her life.

It can be difficult to calculate Omaha dog bite damages alone. This is why you may want to reach out to our attorneys at Inkelaar Law who have experience calculating compensation for injured dog bite victim. While the jury will have the final say in calculating the damages, we could make suggestions and advise the jury on the amount of damages they should award the plaintiff.

Evidence Used to Present to a Jury in Dog Bite Claims

During litigation, the plaintiff and his or her attorney could present evidence to the jury concerning the injuries, how long the injuries are expected to last, and the severity of the injuries. Our lawyers could also investigate the incident in order to establish liability and how the defendant’s negligence contributed to the plaintiff’s injuries. Reach out to our attorneys to learn more about how we could present evidence to a jury and argue on your behalf throughout your case.

An Omaha Lawyer Could Help Your Recover Dog Bite Damages

If you have been injured by a dog, you could benefit from scheduling a consultation with a lawyer from Inkelaar Law. Our well-versed attorneys could help you recover the Omaha dog bite damages that you deserve. We could do this by collecting evidence, building a strong claim, and advocating for the compensation that you deserve. Call us today to learn more.