What to do if my dog bit someone who happened to walk to close to him?
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What to do if my dog bit someone who happened to walk to close to him?
The lady appeared more scared than injured. I noticed that there was no torn clothes/blood. I exchanged information with the victim and said that I would be more than willing to help with any medical expenses. A relative of hers contacted me the following day and said that the victim went to the hospital and was treated for injuries. I expressed my sympathy and said that I would cover expenses. The relative said that the medical expenses are covered under her insurance but would like to be compensated for pain and suffering. We agreed to settle out of court but he has yet to provide proof of injury or the name of the hospital they went to (for purposes of sending current vaccinations).
Asked on November 9, 2012 under Personal Injury, California
Answers:
Robert Slim / Robert C. Slim - Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If they are unwilling to provide you with any information of her injury or her medical treatment, then there is something wrong. By the way, you may not be legally liable for her injuries anyway. So, stop making promises of settlement. My advice would be to cut off all communications and to contact your homeowners insurance company as soon as possible. They will take over all further handling of the case and will retain a lawyer to defend you in the event of any legal action. Don't let yourself be bullied by this "relative." Your insurance company will know how to handle this matter.
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