If you were the victim in a dog bite attack, you may be able to obtain monetary compensation for your injury. If you are the owner of an animal you may need to obtain a lawyer who works in the field of Civil Litigation. The information on this page is tailored to victims of dog bites.What do you do if you are bitten?As one of the hundreds of thousands of people who are bitten by dogs in the country each year, it is important to know that there are many steps that must be taken in the time immediately following the dog bite. It is advisable that you get advice from a lawyer who has experience in personal injury cases as soon as possible after the incident. Some steps that you can take to assist the lawyer with the case are: * Take pictures and/or video of all the injuries you sustained * Record any witness information * Keep accurate records of lost time and wages * Keep accurate records of any expense you incur as a result of the injury (medical, chiropractic, etc.)Who can you sue?The majority of the time your claim will be against the homeowners insurance company of the owner of the dog. It is important to remember that insurance companies have teams of people whose job description is to minimize the company’s financial payouts. Additionally, you may be able to sue the owner of the dog.In all dog bite matters, it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your interests. A lawyer who has experience in this area of law can give legal advice that will assist you with the matter and will ensure that the judicial process is properly followed.