When Animals in the Road Lead to Auto Accidents
An Ohio man was driving home from work along a country road late at night. As he came over the top of a hill, he could barely make out three large dark shadows in front of him. Before he could react, his car had impacted with cows out on the road. It turned out that they had escaped from a local farmer's field. Even though the farmer knew the fence was broken, he failed to fix it effectively.
Most people would be surprised how many auto accidents are caused by crashes with animals. Unfortunately, accidents involving animals are all too common on American roadways. And the injuries they cause can be severe. Auto accident victims suffer injuries including whiplash, fractures, back and spinal cord injuries, brain injuries and wrongful death.
At Friedman, Domiano & Smith, our attorneys help accident victims restore their lives to normal by filing personal injury lawsuits against negligent animal owners. Our work helps our clients receive the compensation they need to pay for medical bills, to make up for any lost income, and to get the care they need.
In Ohio, auto accident can be caused by many different types of animals:
- Cows, horses and other livestock
- Dogs, cats and household pets
With years of experience, the lawyers at Friedman, Domiano & Smith have the resources and knowledge to handle auto accident cases involving even the most serious injuries and complex situations. Our record of jury verdicts and settlements in excess of a million dollars is a record of our success.
Contact Us at 866-636-8367
To talk to us about your rights after a motor vehicle accident, contact the trial lawyers at Friedman, Domiano & Smith by calling us at 866-636-8367 or completing our online contact form. Initial consultations are free and confidential. Our main office is located in Cleveland. We also operate additional offices in Ohio.
