Bitten by a dog
Claiming damages for damage caused by a dog bite
Were you bitten by a dog and suffered personal injury? You may be eligible for compensation for your injuries. You can claim damages from the dog's owner. You are entitled to compensation.
The personal injury lawyers at Hardt Advocaten offer expert legal support to help you explore your options and, where possible, claim compensation.
Legal support throughout the Netherlands
As your expert partner for personal injury claims, we serve victims nationwide. With offices in Amsterdam and Utrecht, we offer nationwide coverage and will visit you at home if necessary. Our experience in successfully claiming personal injury damages makes us a leading name in the industry.
Hardt Advocaten is proud to hold the National Personal Injury Quality Mark, a prestigious recognition that emphasizes our commitment to quality and professionalism. This quality mark, awarded by the Dutch Personal Injury Council (De Letselschade Raad), reinforces our reputation as a reliable and expert entity within the personal injury sector.
Hardt Advocaten was founded with the goal of supporting victims of personal injury and providing the best possible legal help. With our in house lawyers, we can assist you from start to end.
Liability
Article 6:179 of the Dutch Civil Code regulates liability for animals. The article reads as follows:
The owner of an animal is liable for any damage caused by it, unless liability under the previous section would not have arisen if the owner had been in control of the animal's behavior that caused the damage.
Under Article 6:179 of the Dutch Civil Code, the owner is liable for the dog's actions. A dog attack can result in a bite wound or a scar. There is also a risk of infection. Furthermore, a serious dog bite can cause permanent nerve damage. You may also be anxious as a result of the dog bite.
In most cases, dog owners are insured, so the insurance company will pay for your damages. This is beneficial because it means any injuries you sustain as a result of the accident will be covered by the dog owner's liability insurance. If the dog owner is not insured, they will have to pay for your damages themselves.
Compensation for injury caused by an animal
Your compensation for injury caused by an animal can consist of several components. You may be entitled to compensation for (medical) expenses and lost income, as well as for pain and suffering (non-pecuniary damages). There is no limit to the things you can receive compensation for. All adverse consequences and costs that you would not have incurred without the accident are eligible for compensation.
Examples include:
- Lost revenue
- Medical expenses
- Domestic help required as a result of the accident
- Loss of self-reliance (jobs in, on and around the house that can no longer be carried out independently after the accident and for which assistance must be hired, such as gardening or painting)
- Compensation for pain, sorrow or reduced enjoyment of life
This list is not exhaustive – so please contact our personal injury lawyers. They will work with you to identify your damages so you receive the compensation you're entitled to.
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Hardt Advocaten: Personal legal assistance in case of a personal injury caused by an animal
Personal and legal assistance in case of personal injury caused by an animal
Hardt Advocaten offers more than just legal support; we also provide personalized guidance throughout the entire recovery process. Our approach is holistic, addressing both the physical and emotional impact of the accident. Our goal is not only to seek financial compensation but also to support your recovery and well-being.
Working together towards a new future
At Hardt Advocaten, we believe in building a new future together with our clients. Our team works closely with you to develop a recovery plan focused not only on the present but also on the long term. This includes establishing goals for physical and psychological recovery and finding ways to achieve them, in harmony with your life and ambitions.
The role of Hardt Advocaten in your recovery process
Every personal injury case begins with a story. Your experience deserves our full attention. Together, we'll map out the relevant events, taking into account the financial, physical, and emotional consequences of your injury.
At Hardt Advocaten, we are inspired and driven by our core values: Helpfulness, Attention, Results-Orientedness, Expertise, and Transparency (HARDT). Our mission is to help you move forward, toward a future where your well-being is paramount.
This is how we work
1
Advice on personal injury
Feel free to contact us to share your story with our personal injury lawyers. We'll invite you for an intake interview or visit you to hear your story.
2
Determining liability
We hold the at-fault party liable for your damages. If the at-fault party in a traffic accident, for example, is unknown, in some cases the damages will be compensated by another party.
3
Determine advance payment
If you've suffered damages, we'll ensure the other party pays you an advance on the compensation. This way, you don't have to wait for the case to be settled before receiving compensation.
4
Claiming damages and aftercare
Once our personal injury lawyer has clearly assessed the damages, they will submit them to the other party's insurer. Together with the insurer, they will determine your damages, and you will then receive compensation.