Not everyone is aware that the Animals Act sets down strict standards as to how the owners of animals must ensure that those animals do not injure other people.

Perhaps the most obvious example is dangerous dogs. Injuries can, however, be suffered by coming into contact with a large variety of other domestic and occasionally wild animals kept in captivity.

If you have been injured by an animal, you will need a lawyer to be able to establish whether or not the care taken of the animal that attacked you was below what is regarded as reasonably necessary to protect innocent members of the public. It will also assist if your lawyer is aware of the kind of injuries that can be caused by different kinds of animals, and how normal examples of different species can be reasonably expected to behave.

At Ashton KCJ, our personal injury lawyers offer the highest level of expertise combined with personal attention for each of our clients. Our aim is to get you the compensation you need to help you get better - and get on with your life.

Remember: you’re not on your own. We can help.

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