Miami Injury Lawyer Blog
State Farm Insurance, one of the largest insurance companies in the United States, paid out over $109 million for about 3,800 dog bite claims last year alone. This amount is up almost $20 million from the $90 million paid out for claims in 2010. National surveyor, the Insurance Information Institute, estimated that $413 million was paid out in 2010 by all the insurance companies and that $479 million was paid out collectively in 2011.
Of the 4.7 million yearly dog bite victims, almost 3 million of the victims are children, with about 800,000 people seeking medical treatment for their dog bite injury. Following children and senior citizens, who represent the largest populations to be injured by dog bites, are letter carriers, with about 5,600 U.S. Postal Service carriers being attacked each year. According to the Postal Service, medical expenses from dog bite attacks cost over $1 million last year.
On the “Top 10 States for Dog Bite Claims” list, Florida sits at number 7, with State Farm paying out $5.6 million in 2011 alone. The national average cost per claims for a dog bite was $28,799 in 2011. However, the average cost per Florida claim in 2011 was $38,400. Florida had over 140 claims in 2011.
Leading insurer pays $109M for dog bite claims, www.miamiherald.com May 18, 2012.
If you, your loved one or child has been injured in a dog bite attack, call the Homestead dog bite injury attorneys at the Friedland | Carmona today. Many dog bite attacks go unreported and victims often do not recover the compensation they rightfully deserve. Many dogs carry infectious diseases and many dogs can tear ligaments or muscles when they bite. These types of injuries require substantial medical follow up and can result in expensive medical bills. The Coral Gables personal injury attorneys at the Friedland | Carmona are experienced insurance litigation attorneys who understand how to deal with insurance companies to ensure you receive compensation for your injuries. Don’t hesitate; call (305) 661-2008 today for your free consultation!
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