Dog Injury Research Paper

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Every year, millions of Americans seek medical treatment for injuries sustained in dog attacks and serious falls. The severity of these injuries can be extreme, with long-term impairment, scarring, and other consequences that can significantly impact the rest of your life. When the conditions which led to these unfortunate outcome were caused by someone else's negligence, the personal injury attorneys at Wall, Wall & Frauenhofer LLP in Torrington may be able to help you collect compensation for your damages.

Dog bites can be particularly damaging, with almost 20% of victims developing severe, sometimes life-altering infections. The most severe cases often result in facial injuries from which the victim may never fully recover, as well as broken

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