Dog Bite Attorney

Being bitten by a dog can be a painful and traumatic experience. If you were bitten by a dog and sustained injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. At Avaness Law, our dog bite attorneys have extensive experience helping dog attack victims recover compensation from negligent dog owners and know what it takes to build a strong case that proves liability and your demand for compensation.

What to Do After a Dog Attack

Get to safety. If the animal is still in the area, leave the area as quickly as possible.
Gather evidence. If the animal is not in the area, take photos of the location of the attack. If the dog got out of its own yard, take pictures of where the dog escaped, and photos of the house, and write down the address.
Obtain witness contact information. If anyone witnessed the attack, obtain their names and contact information. Your attorney will want to speak to them.
Exchange information with the dog’s owner. If the dog’s owner is present, obtain their name, contact information, and insurance information.
Seek medical treatment. Even if you don’t believe your injuries are severe, you must still be evaluated by a medical professional. Dog bites can often lead to complications if left untreated, such as severe infections.
Report the dog attack. Contact the nearest animal control agency and report the attack. They will create a report. This will not only tie your injuries to the incident but may also prevent a future attack from occurring.
Contact a dog bite lawyer. Contact Avaness Law to schedule a free legal consultation with an experienced dog bite attorney on our legal team. You can meet with an attorney, discuss your case, and have all of your questions answered. If you decide to hire a member of our legal team, they will get to work right away, conducting an investigation and gathering evidence that can support your claim.

If you experienced a Dog Bite in Burbank, please reach to our Burbank Dog Bite Lawyer.

How Can a Dog Bite Attorney Help Me with My Claim?

While you can file a claim and pursue compensation without the help of an attorney, if you sustained severe injuries, are out of work, and have never negotiated with an insurance company before, you may quickly find yourself in an overwhelming situation. When you hire a dog bite attorney at Avaness Law, they will handle every aspect of your case, from investigating the incident and gathering evidence to filing a claim and negotiating with the claims adjuster. While you focus on healing, your attorney will take the insurance company head-on and fight for your right to fair compensation.

Other ways an attorney at Avaness Law can help you during this time include:

Investigating the accident
Gathering evidence
Interviewing witnesses
Consulting with experts
Calculating damages
Filing paperwork
Handling all communication with the insurance company
Negotiating with the insurance company
Filing a lawsuit if the insurance company refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer
Representing you in court

During this challenging time, while you focus on recovering from your injuries, your dog bite attorney will handle all communication with the insurance company, fighting for the fair settlement you deserve. If the insurance company refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer, your trial-tested attorney will be prepared to file a lawsuit and represent you in court.

Fortunately, most dog bite claims are settled out of court. An insurance company is often more willing to negotiate once a lawsuit has been filed.

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How Much Compensation Can I Recover for a Dog Bite Claim?

The compensation you can recover from a dog bite claim will depend on the extent of your injuries, how much time you missed at work, and other variables.

Compensation you may be entitled to can include:

Pain and suffering
Past and future medical care costs
Property damage
Lost wages
Loss of consortium
Emotional distress

Loss of enjoyment of life
Loss of quality of life
Loss of earning capacity
Loss of future earnings
Scarring and disfigurement

If you suffered life-changing injuries, your attorney may consult with life care planners, forensic accountants, economists, medical professionals, and other experts to learn more about your injuries, medical treatment needed in the future, and the cost of said medical treatment.

Our goal is to ensure you recover the compensation you need to continue to receive vital medical care now and in the future while holding the negligent dog owner financially responsible for the harm you have suffered.

What are Common Types of Dog Attack Injuries?

A dog attack can result in minor to catastrophic injuries, including:

Spinal cord damage

Crush injuries

Loss of limb

Internal bleeding

Internal organ damage

Infection

Back injuries

Neck injuries

Wrist injuries

Head injuries

Broken bones/bone fractures

Scarring and
disfigurement

Nerve damage

State Dog Bite Laws

While some states use the one-bite rule, California is a strict liability state. If you are bitten by a dog in the state of California, the dog’s owner can be held liable without proof of negligence. The dog’s owner will be held liable for your damages if you were bitten by their dog and were lawfully on their private property or if you were bitten by their dog in a public place, regardless of whether the dog has a history of viciousness.

What is the Statute of Limitations for Dog Bite Lawsuits?

In California, you will have two years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit against the negligent party. If you fail to file a lawsuit by this deadline, your case may be dismissed and you will be unable to recover any compensation for your accident-related losses. When you hire a dog bite attorney at Avaness Law, you can feel confident that every aspect of your case will be handled, including ensuring your lawsuit is filed within the statute of limitations.

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If you were bitten by a dog and suffered injuries, you may be entitled to compensation. At Avaness Law, our dog bite lawyers can investigate the incident, gather evidence, and hold the negligent dog owner financially responsible for your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced dog bite attorney on our legal team to learn more.

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