Food delivery drivers face months out of work and lost income after a dog attack. The impact on their finances is clear, as is the emotional toll a dog bite can have on drivers for the country’s leading delivery companies including Uber Eats and Door Dash. If you or someone you love suffers a dog bite injury on your delivery routine, this latest guide can help address your questions and explain your legal options.
Book Immediate Medical Care
Prioritize your health after a dog bite and book immediate medical care at a local urgent care clinic or emergency room. Even if you don’t believe you have a serious injury, a dog bite can cause an injection that may cause organ damage. Dogs also carry rabies and tetanus. You may need a vaccine to help prevent infection. Seeing a doctor and undergoing a medical examination is the best way to protect your health and ensure no significant injuries.
Collect Comprehensive Medical Documentation
Request a detailed medical report from your doctor and ensure the following details feature within the report:
- The exact nature and location of the bite
- The severity of the dog bite injury
- Treatment provided
- Recommended follow-up care
- Potential long-term medical implications
Keep a copy of the medical report for your records. Make copies of all medical bills and documents covering the doctor’s upcoming treatment plans. You should also request copies of prescriptions from your pharmacist, as dog bite settlements can include prescription medication.
The Dog Bite Reporting System for Delivery Drivers
The reporting system for informing your management team about the dog bite differs depending on the delivery company. Below are the U.S. companies with the largest delivery workforce with their reporting system.
Uber Incident Reporting
Immediately report the dog bite incident through the Uber driver app. Uber’s management team will then guide you on the steps to document the incident and how to navigate your upcoming planned working schedule. When reporting the dog bite, provide details on the exact location, the time, and the circumstances to the Uber representative.
DoorDash Incident Reporting
DoorDash has a safety reporting tool through which you can inform the company of the dog bite on your delivery route. DoorDash also has a specific policy covering injuries occurring during your deliveries. Review your insurance coverage agreement with a dog bite lawyer to determine the potential for medical care and income loss coverage.
GrubHub Incident Reporting
GrubHub has a comprehensive contact tool that allows drivers to inform the company about the incident on their route. Within the help tool, you’ll find further information about the next steps to take in the reporting process.
Reporting to Your Local Dog Warden
To help inform the local authorities of the dog attack and ensure the reporting of a potentially dangerous dog, report the incident to your local dog warden. Pennsylvania has local dog wardens covering counties throughout the state and you can find the closest dog warden near you using their online dog warden listing.
File a Police Report
If you suffer serious injuries, you may file a police report. When you call your local police department, they will provide you with an incident number. Request a copy of the report and store the document in your files.
How Do I Know If I Have a Dog Bite Case?
You may have a potential dog bite settlement case in the following circumstances:
- You have serious injuries directly resulting from the dog attack
- You can prove the owner of the dog
- You have medical documentation backing your claim
- Either you or the dog owner have insurance coverage
Call PA Dog Bite Lawyer Jeffrey Penneys for Delivery Driver Dog Bite Claims
As the leading legal advocate for injured delivery drivers, Jeffrey Penneys has helped drivers across Pennsylvania secure settlements after dog attacks on their route:
$100,000
Dog Attacks DoorDasher
A DoorDasher was in the middle of delivering food to a house. As she was walking back to her vehicle, the dog came from behind her, latched onto her leg, and started shaking her leg back and forth taking a chunk out of her leg which required plastic surgery. The PA Dog Bite Lawyer settled for the full policy limits within 3 weeks of the incident.
$150,000
Two Dogs Attack Uber Eats Driver
An Uber Eats driver was directed to go to the customer’s home. The customer put in the wrong address. When the driver arrived, she wasn’t expected, so the dogs were not put away. As the driver approached the front door, two dogs ran out from behind the house and knocked her to the ground, biting her on the arms and legs causing lacerations and scarring. The PA Dog Bite Lawyer settled the case for $150,000.00 due to the injuries and diagnosed PTSD.
If you or someone you love suffers a dog bite injury and would like to learn more about your legal options, book a free, no-obligation call with Jeffrey Penneys. You only pay a fee if you win your dog bite settlement.