Animal neglect is at an all-time high in America, and there are literally millions of homeless animals roaming the streets today. This is not only a scary situation for the animals, but there are numerous safety concerns for the individuals who may find themselves in the path of an abused or angry animal that attacks. In an age of animal cops, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), and pet psychics, one would think that animal awareness would be at an all-time high. Not so.

With nearly 5 million attacks involving dogs each year, from minor bites and scratches to vicious attacks that could result in death -- its no wonder hospitals around the country collectively report roughly 1,000 emergency visits per day due to dog bites. While death occurs in less than 100 of the reported dog bites that occur across America annually, dog bites that require hospitalization are all too common.

If you have done everything you can to avoid an animal attack, and you become the victim of an animal bite or attack, seek medical help immediately. If you sustain significant injuries that result in medical costs, loss of wages, and pain and suffering, you will have to hire a Oregon dog and animal bite lawyer or attorney. Keep in mind that Oregon is a one-bite state, which makes it tough on victims of animal bites.

A Oregon dog and animal bite lawyer or attorney will be well-versed in this and other Oregon dog-bite laws, in order to help you recover the maximum amount of damages allowable under Oregon law. When you are ready to seek counsel, make sure the lawyer or attorney specializes in dog and animal bite law. Personal injury lawyers, and accident attorneys that handle other areas can be helpful as well, but be sure to about the number of dog or animal bite cases he/she has handled and how long they have been in business. An experienced personal injury (or animal bite) lawyer or attorney, will have years of experience and hundreds of successful cases to his or her credit.

To find an experienced dog and animal bite lawyer or attorney, or a personal injury lawyer or attorney, visit the American Bar Association website. Access the ABA lawyer locator to gain access to 1000’s of dog and animal bite lawyer and attorney (and personal injury lawyer and attorney) profiles in your area.

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