Dog versus cyclist :(

**Aggie_Ama** · 03-30-2009, 10:22 AM

The owner sounds like a real pain, how unsafe to let your dog run out! The dog could be just as hurt, did she think of that? Sending healing vibes your way.

**wackyjacky1** · 03-30-2009, 10:26 AM

How awful! That sounds so painful.

Is there any way to hold the dog owner accountable? Let your insurance company go after her for your medical expenses?

**fidlfreek** · 03-30-2009, 10:36 AM

Have you considered getting a lawyer? Any dog leash or fencing laws in the area?

**sundial** · 03-30-2009, 10:37 AM

Oh my, what a terrible accident! I'm so glad you weren't hurt worse. I hope you heal quickly and will be back in the saddle soon.

As for the negligent dog owner--he's on borrowed time before something much worse happens to either him or the dog.

**Norse** · 03-30-2009, 10:46 AM

What an irresponsible dog owner. I don't know of any state that allows owners to let their dogs run loose. You shouldn't let her get away with this. The next time the dog, or the biker, may be killed. I wish you a speedy recovery, but do get an attorney and sue the clod.

**arielmoon** · 03-30-2009, 10:42 AM

The owner was having no part of taking responsibility for the incident but I have her phone number and I know who she is. I also have another witness to say that the dog has done it before. I am going to see what my insurance covers and if I loose time at work I may have to take action to cover my expenses. I am not a sue happy person but she is liable and I can not afford to get in debt (any more than I already am) over this.

It was totally random and dogs will be dogs but she could at least close her gate to prevent such a thing. She carried on about how confining the dog would be cruel and at one point told my BF maybe she would have him put down. He immediately told her I would be really mad if she did that.

**Norse** · 03-30-2009, 10:50 AM

Originally Posted by arielmoon

I am not a sue happy person but she is liable and I can not afford to get in debt (any more than I already am) over this.

She carried on about how confining the dog would be cruel and at one point told my BF maybe she would have him put down. He immediately told her I would be really mad if she did that.

On the first point, you should be able to find a lawyer who will take this on a contingency basis. At the very least, you should recover your medical expenses plus an amount for pain and suffering, and certainly lost wages if you have to be out of work.

On the second, she thinks her options are to let the dog run wild or kill it? I just wonder what happened to her little gray cells upstairs.

**sgtiger** · 03-30-2009, 11:32 AM

Originally Posted by Norsegoddess

On the second, she thinks her options are to let the dog run wild or kill it? I just wonder what happened to her little gray cells upstairs.

I don't get logic like that either.

**Biciclista** · 03-30-2009, 12:11 PM

I hope you get a lawyer for several reasons, the least of which is to teach that woman about responsibility.
Since you had a serious accident because of that dog, can't you talk to law enforcement (sheriff, police, dog catcher) and report the dog/ dog owner?

Get well quick!

**Zen** · 03-30-2009, 12:25 PM

wow. I am so sorry to hear this. If I were in that position I would be seething.

That dog and owner must be reported to animal control.

**MomOnBike** · 03-30-2009, 12:31 PM

Good luck with the healing process. Be good to yourself - and as nice to BF as you can.

I can hear DH if he were confronted with the "I may as well put the dog down if I have to lock him up" line. He'd offer to help with either one, preferably the former. He's thoughtful that way

and does believe in calling bluffs.

And I agree, see a lawyer, it might help with insurance sometime down the road.

**BleeckerSt_Girl** · 03-30-2009, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by arielmoon

The owner was having no part of taking responsibility for the incident

How ludicrous!
I don't think that's her choice to make. It's a public road intended for public use by citizens in cars, on bikes, jogging, whatever... and her negligence and her loose dog caused a serious injury.
I'd get a lawyer and I'd be all over her. Insurance company needs to be in on this as well, and it really needs to be reported to the police.

**ladyicon** · 03-30-2009, 01:52 PM

Terrible outcome for you, hope you heal fast. This may sound crazy.....but check your auto insurance policy. Some will cover, some will not. Get well soon and do not give up.

**ny biker** · 03-30-2009, 01:54 PM

I don't want to pile on, since I'm sure you really just want to relax and focus on recovering, but if the dog was injured the owner might come after you. So that's another reason to consult with a lawyer. Better to be prepared, just in case.

**spokewench** · 03-30-2009, 02:16 PM

You should file a report with the police immediately about the accident and the dog's involvement. You should make sure they have the name of the owner and the phone number. You have been injured due to the negligence of the dog owner.

Do not wait to do these things, like filing a report. it should be done immediately. I'm so sorry you were hurt like this. There is just no excuse for this and all due to an obviously ignorant and and probably a more apt description is stupid and negligent person.

spoke

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