If I am a cyclist that had a crash that was caused by a dog at large, how do I recover my medical bills from the dog’s owner?
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If I am a cyclist that had a crash that was caused by a dog at large, how do I recover my medical bills from the dog’s owner?
What is my best course of action to try and recover my bills? The dog owner says he has renters insurance. Will this type of accident be covered by his renters insurance. My ER bills come to $10,000 after CAT scan, MRI, and stitches.
Asked on November 8, 2011 under Personal Injury, Tennessee
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Whether or not it is covered by renter's insurance depends on the terms of his policy. To try to recover from him--whether he has insurance to indemnify him, or from his own personal assets--you would sue him. (You can start with a request or demand for compensation, but if he doesn't pay, you'll have to sue.) If he was at fault in some way in causing your accident, there is a good chance you can establish liability and potentially recover medical costs, lost wages, possibly some pain and suffering. He'll be liable if the way he let his dog roam was either negligent (or unreasonably careless) under the circumstances or violated lease, etc. laws. For $10,000+, you should consult with a personal injury attorney. Good luck.
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