A dog bite claim can include compensation for the injury itself and the wider impact on your life.

This may include pain, suffering and loss of amenity, scarring, disfigurement, infection, nerve damage, psychological trauma, anxiety, fear of dogs, lost earnings, treatment costs, travel expenses, counselling, care and future losses.

Where scarring is significant, expert evidence may be needed to assess whether scar revision treatment or cosmetic treatment may help.

The value of the claim will depend on the seriousness of the injury, the recovery period, the psychological impact and any financial losses.