What to do if bitten

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If your son or daughter is bitten by a dog, will you know what to do? How might your actions influence your ability to make a claim?

When a child is injured, you can count on Tolbert Beadle & Musgrave for aggressive legal pursuit of the full compensation allowed under the law. In distress, some Missouri families allow insurance companies to determine what happens next. Don't fall into that trap. Contact us right away.

Even a small dog can cause an injury that causes great pain, damage, and emotional distress to a child. Taking care of that child is the first, most important step. When your child has been bitten by a dog:

• Seek prompt and proper medical attention.
• Ask for copies of all medical documents and records.
• Try not to press the child too hard for information while he or she is still frightened.
• Contact the appropriate police department or animal control office.

After you have seen to the child's care, gather as much information as you are able to in order to build an effective case. Identify the dog, who owns it, and where it lives. If it is possible to do so without putting yourself at additional risk, photograph the site of the attack and the dog involved as soon as it is feasible.

An experienced, aggressive lawyer for dog bite cases

There is no reason to wait. The initial consultation is free, and you don't pay us unless you win. Nothing will intimidate us or prevent us from pursuing the full compensation you are entitled to. Contact the experienced attorneys of Tolbert Beadle & Musgrave to start building your life back up again. (800) 887-4030