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Cat Scratch Disease

Dog bites cause millions of serious injuries every year, and aggressive dogs can cause fatal wounds if they are not controlled. Owners are responsible for the actions of their dogs, and therefore, they can be held legally liable for any injuries their dogs inflict. Additionally, pet owners are responsible for the actions of their cats and can be held liable for injuries inflicted by these pets. Although much less common than dog bites, cat scratches and bites can cause people to experience a condition known as “cat scratch disease” or “cat scratch fever.”

Pet owners need to control their pets and ensure that they do not pose a risk to others. Unrestrained and dangerous pets can cause devastating injuries to innocent people, and negligent pet owners should not go unpunished if their animals cause harm to others. If you or your loved one is currently suffering from cat scratch disease or another effect of a pet attack, compensation may be available. Contact the New Jersey animal attack lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 to learn more about your legal options at this time.

Dangers of Cat Scratch Disease

Cat scratch disease (CSD) is a bacterial infection. The bacteria found in cat saliva are potentially harmful to humans. Therefore, if the bacteria penetrate the skin, there may be dangerous repercussions.

Most people are able to fight off the bacteria associated with CSD. They may experience short-term chronic headaches, swollen lymph nodes, and fevers. Time and anti-bacterial drugs can successfully ward off these minor infections.

However, it requires a strong immune system to fight the infection. Those with compromised or weak immune systems are susceptible to other serious illnesses such as pneumonia and the flu.

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Regardless of the severity of an infection, you should not be forced to pay for medical bills and other expenses if you have been injured by someone else’s pet. If you or your loved one has been injured due to a negligent pet owner, contact the New Jersey personal injury lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today by calling 800-346-5529.