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Being injured as a result of someone else’s negligence is a serious matter. It can have huge implications for you and your family. Our legal experts have a wealth of experience in handling personal injury cases.
It’s a sad fact that not all medical or dental treatment has a successful outcome. At Browell Smith & Co Solicitors our team of highly-skilled solicitors have the legal and medical expertise to assist you when you need it most.
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Browell Smith & Co Solicitors have been serving the North East for more than 20 years, helping over 160,000 clients through the good times, the sad times, in sickness and in health.
Thousands of people in the UK every year are injured by animals, yet making a claim can be a complex process for those unfamiliar with the law. At Browell Smith & Co Solicitors we have a team of specialist solicitors who not only understand the intricacies of these matters but are not scared to “bite back”!
Claims under the Animals Act, and other acts of parliament that regulate the keeping of animals, are difficult to understand fully. At Browell Smith & Co we have experience in dealing with claims against owners of animals who have negligently been allowed to injure members of the public.
If you have suffered such an injury, Browell Smith & Co can assist you in your animal injury claim. Just telephone to speak to one of our Legal Advisors immediately.
Contact our expert team today to arrange a free initial consultation at any of our offices, in Newcastle, Cramlington, Ashington, and Sunderland, or alternatively at your home, to discuss your particular requirements.
Try our guide to get an idea of how much compensation you might receive.
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Under the Animals Act 1971, an owner of a dangerous species (as defined by the Act) will normally be responsible for damage caused by the animal.
Where the damage is not caused by a dangerous species the owner will still be responsible if:
If you have been injured as a result of an animal attack then you should seek medical attention as soon as possible (if required) – it is important to clean any wounds as quickly as possible to prevent infections or further complications. You should receive a medical report as proof that you were injured by an animal – this will strengthen your animal attack claim. Legal professionals will be able to guide you through the whole claims process and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
As with all claims for personal injury compensation, there are time limits within which a claim must be lodged with the Court. For accident claims, court proceedings must be started within three years from the date of your accident.
In the event that court proceedings are not started within three years from the relevant date, the negligent party may be able to escape paying compensation on the basis that your claim is out of time.
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