Animal Bites and Attacks

  • Overview & Examples
  • What You Need To Know
  • Specialising Lawyers
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Overview

Animal Bites and Attacks

Dangerous animals can be the perpetrators of bites and attacks, leaving people seriously injured as a result. Dog bites and dog attacks are, unfortunately, commonly the subject of public liability claims. The Companion Animals Regulation 2018 legislation recognises that a dog owner is liable for any loss or damage suffered as a result of a dog attack perpetrated by their dog, or a dog that ordinarily resides on their property.

Contacting a personal injury lawyer as soon as is practical after a dog attack is highly recommended. Personal injury claims can be brought to cover the cost of future medical treatment, compensation for pain and suffering, economic loss and legal costs. Brydens Lawyers are experienced in dog bite compensation claims and can offer you expert advice and assistance. If you, or someone you know, has been bitten or attacked by a dog, do not hesitate to call us on 1800 848 848 or contact us online to arrange a meeting and discuss your case.

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What You Need To Know

Are You Eligible to Make a Dog Bite Compensation Claim?

Any person who has suffered injury as a result of a dog attack or dog bite, either physical or psychologically, may be entitled to claim compensation for their loss and damage.


What Is Your Next Step?

Contacting Brydens Lawyers is your next step in making a claim for a dog bite or a dog attack. At the initial consultation, bring with you any relevant documentation including medical or photographic evidence, police reports and the like. Our expert lawyers will assist you in collecting and organising the evidence for your claim to ensure that any claim is expertly and efficiently handled to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation to which you are entitled.

Call 1800 848 848 or contact us online today.


What Are You Able to Claim?

On the successful completion of a claim for injury sustained as a result of a dog bite or dog attack, a person is able to recover damages for:

  • non-economic loss or damages for pain and suffering;

  • past and future medical expenses (if applicable);

  • past and future economic loss or wage loss (if applicable);

  • loss of superannuation benefits commensurate with past economic loss and future economic loss (if applicable);

  • the value of gratuitous costs or the cost of commercial assistance or care provided for the past and the future;

  • home and/or motor vehicle modifications necessitated by the injuries;

  • an allowance for legal costs.


When Should You Consult A Lawyer About Making A Claim?

If you have been injured as a result of an animal attack or bite, you should contact Brydens Lawyers as soon as is practical. Upon engagement, Brydens Lawyers will immediately begin to recover all evidentiary material including but not limited to police reports, witness statements, photographs and medical reports relating to the incident.

A claim will be prosecuted as against the party responsible for the dog, whether they are dog owner or owner of the property where the dog was ordinarily kept, as soon as there is sufficient information available to do so. 


Why Are Brydens Lawyers The Right Representation For You?

With over 50 years of experience, Brydens Lawyers are the experts in the prosecution of claims for common law damages for injuries sustained as a result of an animal attack. Brydens Lawyers are the experts in ensuring the maximum compensation available for the injury sustained, is recovered.  

Testimonials

Brydens Lawyers were the only people to stand by me offering support and encouragement to get me through my injury. I have been a client since 2016, and the service has been amazing throughout both of my cases. Without Brydens Lawyers I wouldn’t have gotten anywhere near the results that were achieved. I can’t thank them enough.

Sue from Carlingford, a client of our Common Law division

What would of we done without the wonderful team from Brydens Lawyers? During a very difficult time in our life they were able to ease a situation with professionalism, compassion and positive support. The Brydens Lawyers team have the ability to connect with people and have a drive of excellence in everything they do. We highly recommend Brydens Lawyers, we are very grateful to the wonderful team.

Tracie and Adam C, clients of our Common Law division

Thank you SO much! Lee, Bill, Steven, Natalia and Carly are extremely helpful at a time of extreme stress! Lee what you did today, blew me away! I cannot thank you enough!

Joanna C, a client of our Common Law division

Recently I concluded a very long Common Law case against my employer for a significant injury I received in the workplace. Brydens Lawyers worked tirelessly to get the best possible result. I was kept informed during the process & they ensured that my input was respected every step of the way. It is a long and at times stressful process, however I always felt my legal team had my very best interest in the forefront at all times. I cannot thank them enough.

Sharon B, a client of our Common Law division

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Public Liability

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Bandeli (Lee) Hagipantelis
Bandeli (Lee) Hagipantelis

Principal

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Stephen Cahill
Stephen Cahill

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David Le
David Le

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Paul Henderson
Paul Henderson

Associate

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Huiya (Hoona) Li
Huiya (Hoona) Li

Senior Lawyer

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Thi Nguyen
Thi Nguyen

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Tiffany Truong
Tiffany Truong

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Alexandra Wright
Alexandra Wright

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