Sometimes, dogs bite. Whether it is a desire to protect, discomfort, confusion with a situation, or out of defense, dogs have a number of reasons for lashing out and biting. A dog bite can be painful and results in serious injuries for all ages. For most situations, a person who has suffered a dog bite is entitled to receive some sort of compensation for their injury from the bite. Dog bites can result in deep gashes, scars, and serious impairments such as broken bones or torn muscles.

Each year, more than 4.5 million people are bitten by a dog, and more than 800,000 require medical treatment for dog bites in the United States alone according to the US Centers for Disease Control. Children are most likely to be bitten, and they are most vulnerable to severe injuries. Dog bites can cause injuries and infections as well.

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