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A New York Dog Attack Can Make You Too Afraid to Go Outside

The physical injuries from a vicious dog attack are not the only repercussions suffered from a vicious dog attack.  If you are the victim of a dog bite, you may find yourself too afraid to go outside, let alone to the park or a friend’s house who owns a dog. 

A canine attack can forever change your view towards dogs, even if you were once an avid dog lover.  You may now find that you are nervous and incredibly uneasy around dogs.  The statement, “a dog is man’s best friend,” is the opposite of what you feel.

A fear of dogs can be debilitating and can significantly impact your life.  When a child suffers dog bite injuries, the impact can be even worse.  Many children who have been the victims of dog bites start wetting the bed, acting aggressively and have more crying outbursts.  They may lose all desire to play outdoors.

If you or a family member has been the victim of a dog attack, you may be able to obtain compensation for the dog bite injuries.  In New York, there are some cases where the dog’s owner can be held liable.   To learn about your legal rights, contact a New York dog bite lawyer at the law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Greene and Levine at 800.734.9445.

For more information on this subject, read the article, New York Dog Attack Can Lead to a Lifelong Fear of Dogs.