Rochester, New York, Amazon Delivery Person Dog Bite Accident Injury Lawyers

Jed Dietrich, Esq. and His Extraordinary Team of Attorneys at the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., Highly Evaluated with a Better Business Bureau A+ Rating, are Passionately Devoted to Obtaining Unrivaled Results for Amazon Delivery Drivers Who have been Gravely Injured by Malicious Dogs in Rochester, New York, Throughout Monroe County, and Beyond.

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Anyone delivering packages is highly susceptible to encountering aggressive canines. Amazon delivery drivers face various risks, such as falling, getting into a car accident, or being injured when carrying a large package. However, by far, aggressive dogs pose the biggest danger to delivery personnel. As such, dog bites are one of the most frequent injuries that Amazon delivery drivers suffer. Nearly 20 percent of all dog attacks cause severe injuries, such as lacerations, broken bones, infections, amputations, septic shock, and even wrongful death. Suppose that you, or a family member, have been acutely injured or worse by an aggressive dog while delivering Amazon packages. In that case, we want you to know that you owe it to yourself to hold the dog owner accountable for all of your damages.

The Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s leading attorneys understand the severe bodily pain and emotional trauma that you might be feeling. Pursuing justice and obtaining reasonable compensation are the two most crucial steps to getting back on your feet again. Our seasoned team takes great pride in fighting for Amazon drivers who have been victims of dog attacks. At the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., our best of the best attorneys want to take care of all of your legal issues so that you can focus on healing. We would be honored to help you explore your legal options and build the strongest possible case while staying by your side from start to finish.

Over the last 23 years, Jed Dietrich, Esq., celebrated as an American Institute of Trial Lawyers Litigator of the Year, has successfully recovered more than $175 million in judgments and settlements for victims who were seriously injured in Rochester, New York, throughout Monroe County, and beyond. The importance of hiring a practiced and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer to pursue your dog bite claim cannot be overstressed. Our veteran lawyers would like nothing more than to force the irresponsible dog owner to pay while delivering you the justice that you deserve. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s elite team prides itself on providing amazing customer service, so you will never have to worry about being treated like just another client. If you are interested in learning more about how we help you with your Amazon dog bite accident case, we are available 24/7 at (585) 939-3939 or by completing our online consultation form.

What Are The Top Reasons Why Canines Bite?

Dogs bite for all kinds of different reasons. You could be delivering a package and be attacked by a vicious dog without the slightest warning. Therefore, anytime you leave your delivery van, it is crucial to use common sense and never let your guard down. The most common reasons that dogs bite include the following:

1. The dog was startled;
2. It felt threatened or scared;
3. The dog was responding to a stressful situation;
4. The canine was injured or not feeling well;
5. The dog was trying to defend itself or its territory;
6. Parents were trying to protect their puppies;
7. The dog is guarding its owner; or
8. The canine is trying to play by biting or nipping.

Just like people, certain dogs can suddenly snap without much cause. Even if the dog did not show any aggression and you did not provoke it, there are still numerous cases that owners simply cannot explain. For this reason, it is important to remember the above triggers and always watch out, especially around unfamiliar dogs.

Vital Steps To Reduce Your Risk Of Infection

When a canine bites, its front teeth grab and crush the victim’s tissue, while its smaller teeth tear the skin. This typically results in deep and jagged wounds. Open bites pose a risk of various diseases, such as rabies and tetanus. Additionally, there are numerous types of bacteria in the mouths of canines that can easily lead to infection. Approximately half of all dog bites introduce bacteria, including capnocytophaga, streptococcus, pasteurella, and staphylococcus, into the victim. When a wound gets infected, it is usually very severe, especially for victims with weakened immune systems or diabetes. Therefore, you must take vital safety measures to remedy your wounds and minimize the risk of a serious infection. If a dog bites you, take these steps immediately:

1. Thoroughly wash your wound out using mild soap and run warm water over it for at least 5 minutes;
2. Stop the bleeding by applying pressure with a clean cloth;
3. Apply antibiotic cream;
4. Wrap the wound with a hygienic bandage; and
5. Change the bandage regularly until you see a doctor.

Watch out for signs and symptoms of infection, such as increased pain, fever, shaking, swelling, redness, or drainage around the wound. If you suffer any of the same or have not had a tetanus shot within the last 5 years, you should seek professional medical treatment within 8 hours of getting bit. Waiting any longer drastically increases your risk of developing a severe infection. A doctor will flush out bacteria from your wound, examine for nerve and bone damage, and prescribe you antibiotics to ward off bacteria and prevent infection.

Under New York law, an Amazon driver’s permission to enter a customer’s property is implied. Since Amazon employs mostly independent contractors for deliveries, there is a good chance that you may not be covered by workers’ compensation and must file a lawsuit directly against the dog’s owner. The good news is that the Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s battle-tested team has decades of experience obtaining 7 and 8-figure settlements from homeowner’s insurance policies and negligent canine owners. Jed Dietrich, Esq. promises to get the best possible outcome for your damages, which may include compensation for your emergency medical treatment, other hospital bills, lost earnings, permanent scarring, loss of consortium, and much more. You can reach our highly experienced team anytime by dialing (585) 939-3939 or by completing the online consultation form. If you are an Amazon delivery driver who has been severely injured by a dog, please do not wait any longer to schedule your free, no-obligation claim assessment.

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Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at (585) 939-3939 so that our aggressive, tenacious and hardworking personal injury lawyers can fight to obtain the best result for your personal injury claim in Rochester, New York. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and there is never a fee until we WIN for you!

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