05-16-2014, 12:07 PM
bik,
Thinking in terms of a lawsuit is reasonable considering what took place in the video.
Negligence and liability. Just about every area in the country has leash laws. I've no doubt in my mind the owner violated one and is responsible for the consequences. The police have already taken action.
Physical injuries, non-physical injuries pain and suffering. The child was injured and needed stitches. The wounds are going to hurt and take time to heal and there may be scarring. The child, from what I understand, is autistic.
The long-term consequences of this attack could be all the more traumatic. And, there are the bills for treatment. The family is entitled to be compensated for all of the above by the owner of the dog.
Is there grounds for a lawsuit? Definitely. Will there be one? It depends on a slew of factors. Regardless, thinking in terms of a lawsuit isn't unreasonable.
Robert
Thinking in terms of a lawsuit is reasonable considering what took place in the video.
Negligence and liability. Just about every area in the country has leash laws. I've no doubt in my mind the owner violated one and is responsible for the consequences. The police have already taken action.
Physical injuries, non-physical injuries pain and suffering. The child was injured and needed stitches. The wounds are going to hurt and take time to heal and there may be scarring. The child, from what I understand, is autistic.
The long-term consequences of this attack could be all the more traumatic. And, there are the bills for treatment. The family is entitled to be compensated for all of the above by the owner of the dog.
Is there grounds for a lawsuit? Definitely. Will there be one? It depends on a slew of factors. Regardless, thinking in terms of a lawsuit isn't unreasonable.
Robert